This Very Easy Lemon Cake is a delightful treat that you’ll want to make every day. Soft, moist, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, it’s perfect for any occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy this delicious cake in no time.
Ingredients
4 eggs
200 grams (1 cup) sugar
6 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
200 milliliters (1 cup) vegetable oil
200 milliliters (4/5 cup) milk
20 grams (4 teaspoons) baking powder
360 grams (2+1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
Butter and flour for the baking pan
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, vegetable oil, and milk to the egg mixture. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, combine the baking powder with the flour.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Butter and flour a 25-centimeter (10-inch) baking pan to prevent sticking.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooking Tips
Make sure to beat the eggs and sugar thoroughly to incorporate air, which helps make the cake light and fluffy.
Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cake tender.
Nutritional Benefits
This lemon cake is a delightful dessert that provides a good source of Vitamin C from the lemon juice and zest. Using vegetable oil instead of butter helps keep the cake moist and lowers the saturated fat content.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this Very Easy Lemon Cake because it’s incredibly simple to make and yields a deliciously soft and flavorful cake. The bright lemon flavor is refreshing, making it a perfect treat for any time of the day.