Description
A delightful treat that combines rich butter flavors with zesty lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- Buttercream frosting
- Edible flowers for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with buttercream and decorating with edible flowers.
Notes
Be sure to use room temperature ingredients for the best texture. Fresh lemon zest makes a significant flavor difference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg