Lemon Cake Squares
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Lemon Cake Squares! Bursting with vibrant citrus flavor, these tender, buttery cake squares are infused with fresh lemon juice and zest for the ultimate zingy treat. Topped with a glossy, tangy lemon glaze, each bite delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness that’s sure to please. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this easy recipe is ideal for a spring gathering, afternoon tea, or whenever you’re craving something sweet and refreshing. Serve these luscious lemon bars as a light dessert or a midday pick-me-up—either way, they'll be gone in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm cake, then allow the cake to cool completely before slicing into 9 squares.
Serve and enjoy your tangy and sweet Lemon Cake Squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 472.9 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 323.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*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.
