Lemon Custard Cake: The Best Easy Recipe for a Fresh Twist
A delicious and refreshing Lemon Custard Cake that brings a fresh twist to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
- This cake tastes best when chilled for a couple of hours.
- Garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices for an extra touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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