Ligurian Lemon Cake
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly tender, this Ligurian Lemon Cake captures the essence of Italian coastal baking. With a delicate crumb and vibrant citrus flavor from fresh lemons, this cake is both refreshing and indulgent. The recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and eggs with whole milk for a moist texture, while the addition of lemon zest and juice infuses every bite with sun-kissed Mediterranean charm. Topped with a simple dusting of powdered sugar, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for a cozy tea time or as a light dessert after dinner. Ready in just an hour, this easy-to-make cake brings a touch of Ligurian elegance straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 Lemons (zested and juiced)
- 120 milliliters Whole milk
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice, ensuring they are evenly incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake has cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy a slice with tea or coffee for a true Ligurian treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 794 mg | 265% | |
| Sodium | 1545 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 338.4 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 315 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 788 mg | 17% | |
*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.
