Lemon Cake Recipe
Description: Indulge in the delightful tanginess of this Lemon Cake, a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer gathering or a cozy weeknight dessert. This recipe promises a burst of citrusy flavor that will leave your taste buds singing with joy. 🍋
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Fruit, Kid Friendly, Summer, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) from 4 Reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 335.2
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7.7g
- Cholesterol: 83.4mg
- Sodium: 476mg
- Carbohydrates: 51.9g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 33.8g
- Protein: 4.1g
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1 cup |
| Caster Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs | 1 |
| Lemon Juice | 2 tbsp |
| Fresh Lemon Rind | 3 tsp |
| Self-raising Flour | 1 cup |
| Bicarbonate of Soda | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Water | 1/3 cup |
| Lemon Juice | 1/2 cup |
| Lemon Rind | 1 lemon, grated |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (375°F).
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and creamy.
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Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture and beat well until fully incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, combine the yoghurt, lemon juice, fresh lemon rind, sifted self-raising flour, and bicarbonate of soda.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until well combined.
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Grease a 23 cm cake tin and pour the batter into it, spreading it evenly.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
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While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup:
Syrup:
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In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, lemon juice, and grated lemon rind.
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Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has completely dissolved.
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Allow the syrup to simmer for 4 minutes, intensifying the lemon flavor.
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Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and leave it in the tin.
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Immediately pour the hot syrup over the cake, ensuring it soaks in evenly.
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Let the cake cool in the tin for about 5 minutes.
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Serve slices of the Lemon Cake warm, accompanied by a dollop of creamy Greek yoghurt.
Enjoy the zesty goodness of this Lemon Cake with its moist texture and vibrant flavor that will surely brighten up your day! 🍰🍋
