Ingredients
– 1 cup butter, softened to room temperature
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons lemon zest
– 4 large eggs
– 3/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 3 tablespoons cornstarch
– 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1/4 cup sour cream (Greek yogurt can be substituted)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
– 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
1-Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2-Cream the butter until light and fluffy (about 1-2 minutes).
3-Add granulated sugar and lemon zest, mixing well.
4-Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5-In a separate bowl, whisk together salt, baking powder, flour, and cornstarch.
6-In another bowl, combine lemon juice, milk, and vanilla extract.
7-Alternately add the flour mixture and the milk mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture; mix until just combined.
8-Stir in sour cream until just combined.
9-Thoroughly grease a bundt pan and pour in the batter evenly.
10-Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
11-Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then remove it to a wire rack or plate to cool completely.
12-Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest together.
13-Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake.
14-Allow the icing to set for about 5 minutes before serving.
Last Step:
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🍰 Grease the bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
🍋 If you don’t have a bundt pan, two loaf pans can be used as a substitute.
⏲ Remove the cake from the pan after 10-15 minutes to avoid overcooking and maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice