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italian lemon cake

Delectable Italian Lemon Cake Recipe That Will Delight You


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  • Author: souzanfood
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Discover a mouthwatering Italian lemon cake recipe thats easy to follow Perfect for any occasion its zesty flavor will impress your guests


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon of baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • ½ cup of unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon zest
  • ½ cup of plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

  • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and vanilla.
  • Add the flour mixture alternately with the yogurt and lemon juice, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
  • Bake for about 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Notes

    A zesty and moist Italian lemon cake that captures the joy of sunny afternoons and family gatherings.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 8 servings
    • Calories: 250
    • Sugar: 20g
    • Fat: 10g
    • Carbohydrates: 38g
    • Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 4g