Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pan.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
- Fold in the lemon juice and zest for flavor.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let it cool in the pan briefly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Feel free to add poppy seeds or experiment with different citrus fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian