Description
Pioneer Woman Lemon Cake is a refreshing and delightful dessert that brings the brightness of citrus to your table. This moist, fluffy cake is infused with zesty lemon juice and zest, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Topped with a light lemon glaze, each slice offers a burst of citrus goodness that will impress your guests or brighten any day. Ideal for celebrations or a simple afternoon treat, this easy-to-make cake will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup milk (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg