Irresistible Italian Lemon Cake
Indulge in the bright and zesty flavors of this Italian lemon cake, a delightful dessert that brings a taste of Italy to your table. With its fluffy texture and sweet lemon glaze, this cake is perfect for any occasion—from casual brunches to festive celebrations. Easy to make and visually stunning, it will impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg