Lemon Delicacy
Treat your taste buds to the zesty charm of Lemon Delicacy, a moist, citrus-infused loaf cake that’s as light and fluffy as it is flavorful. This irresistible recipe combines the tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest with the perfect balance of buttery sweetness, making it an ideal dessert or teatime companion. Featuring a drizzle of glossy lemon glaze that seeps into every slice, this cake delivers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Simple to make with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, eggs, and milk, the recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Perfect for any occasion, this crowd-pleaser serves up to eight and pairs beautifully with a warm cup of tea or a refreshing iced drink. Let Lemon Delicacy brighten up your day with its vibrant, sunny flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 60 milliliters lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the lemon juice and milk. Stir until just combined.
Fold in the lemon zest to enhance the citrus flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth.
Once the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled cake, letting it seep into the top for added moisture and flavor.
Slice the Lemon Delicacy and serve. Enjoy this light, citrus-infused treat with tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.3 g | 276% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 1283 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.4 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 543 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.
