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To make an easy lemon cake, you need a few key ingredients. The main ones are all-purpose flour, sugar, butter, eggs, buttermilk, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice. Each ingredient plays a special role in the cake's taste and texture.

Easy Lemon Cake

Discover the joy of baking with this Easy Lemon Cake recipe that’s both simple and bursting with flavor! Perfect for beginners and expert bakers alike, this guide walks you through essential ingredients and steps to create a moist, delicious cake everyone will love. Add a twist with fun variations or serving suggestions that enhance its zesty taste. Click through to explore the full recipe and get baking today!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of lemon juice)

Zest of 2 lemons

⅓ cup fresh lemon juice

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter and a sprinkle of flour.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

      Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).

        Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well combined.

          Add Lemon: Mix in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice until well incorporated.

            Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and finish with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

              Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                Cool and Dust: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired.

                  Prep Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 45 mins | Servings: 8