Easy Lemon Snack Cake
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, this Easy Lemon Snack Cake is the ultimate treat for citrus lovers. Bursting with fresh lemon zest and juice, this simple yet flavorful recipe comes together in under an hour, including baking time. Perfect for casual gatherings or a midweek dessert, this delightful cake is topped with a tangy lemon glaze that adds the perfect sweet-and-tart finish. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and buttermilk, this 8x8-inch cake is ideal for serving 9 satisfying portions. Whether you're enjoying it with your afternoon tea or sharing it with friends, this fuss-free lemon cake is guaranteed to brighten your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cups buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate large bowl, mix the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, lemon zest, and 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake cools, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until smooth.
Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, spreading it evenly with a spoon or offset spatula.
Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing the cake into 9 equal squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.4 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 1548 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 474.8 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 326.2 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
