Lemonade Cake: The Best Refreshing Dessert for Summer Gatherings
Enjoy the zesty flavor of Lemonade Cake, the perfect dessert for any summer gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using lemon extract in addition to fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg