Description
Delight in the refreshing taste of Lemon Curd Cake, a perfect blend of zesty citrus and sweet creaminess. This light, fluffy dessert features vibrant lemon flavor that brightens any occasion, from spring celebrations to cozy afternoon teas. Each slice is adorned with a hint of lemon glaze and can be enjoyed plain or with whipped cream and fresh berries. This cake not only tastes incredible but also adds a cheerful touch to your dessert table, making it a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add eggs, lemon zest, and juice.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving with lemon glaze or toppings of choice.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor; avoid bottled juices.
For added complexity, consider incorporating orange zest or herbs like thyme.
The cake layers can be made ahead; store them wrapped at room temperature until ready to assemble.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Citrus
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg