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To make a great easy lemon cake, you need simple ingredients. Here’s what you need: - All-purpose flour gives the cake structure. - Granulated sugar adds sweetness. - Unsalted butter makes it rich and moist. - Eggs help bind everything together. - Sour cream keeps it tender and adds tang. - Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives a zesty flavor. - Lemon zest enhances the lemon taste. - Baking powder and baking soda help it rise. - Salt balances the sweetness. - Vanilla extract adds depth. These ingredients mix to create a cake that is light, moist, and bursting with lemon flavor.

Easy Lemon Cake

Looking for a delightful treat? This Easy Lemon Cake recipe is perfect for any occasion and is guaranteed to be moist and bursting with flavor every time! Discover the essential ingredients, helpful tips for achieving the perfect texture, and creative variations to make this cake uniquely yours. Don’t miss out on the full recipe and step-by-step instructions. Click through now and elevate your baking game with this zesty delight!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

3 large eggs

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

Zest of 1 lemon

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

¼ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

      Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.

        In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream and lemon juice, starting and ending with the flour mix. Mix until just combined.

          Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

            Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

              Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

                Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired for a light, elegant finish.

                  - Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 8 slices

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve slices on a decorative plate with a lemon wedge and a sprig of fresh mint for a refreshing touch.