Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in melted butter, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure not to overmix the batter for a fluffy texture.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg