Lovely Lemon Cake 🍋
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 1 Cake
Calories: 4192.9 kcal
Servings: Makes a medium-sized cake
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Lovely Lemon Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion. This recipe promises a moist and tangy cake that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress.
Ingredients:
- 225g butter
- 250g caster sugar
- 4 eggs
- 30ml lemon juice
- 30g fresh lemon rind
- 500g self-raising flour
- 10g baking powder
- 125g caster sugar (for topping)
- 30ml honey
- Lemons (for topping)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. | Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). |
| 2. | Spray a 22 cm square oven pan with non-stick spray. |
| 3. | In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, caster sugar, and eggs. Beat until well blended. |
| 4. | Add the lemon juice and fresh lemon rind to the mixture, and beat well to incorporate. |
| 5. | Gradually sift in the self-raising flour and baking powder, continuing to beat until the batter is smooth and well blended. |
| 6. | Pour the batter into the prepared oven pan, spreading it evenly. |
| 7. | Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 8. | Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan. |
| 9. | Using a fork or skewer, prick the top of the cake to create small holes for the topping. |
| 10. | In a small saucepan, combine the remaining caster sugar, honey, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring continuously, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is just melted. |
| 11. | Pour the warm topping over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. |
| 12. | Slice the cake while it is still warm, and serve. Enjoy the zesty goodness of this Lovely Lemon Cake! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 4192.9 kcal
- Fat Content: 207.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 122.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 1462.2mg
- Sodium Content: 5702.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 552.6g
- Fiber Content: 18.8g
- Sugar Content: 327.8g
- Protein Content: 60.2g
Keywords:
Fruit, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
This Lovely Lemon Cake is a delightful combination of tangy lemon flavors and moist, fluffy cake texture, making it an irresistible treat for any dessert lover. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a sweet indulgence, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. Enjoy the bright and zesty taste of lemon in every bite!
