Smacky Good Lemon Cake
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, the Smacky Good Lemon Cake is the ultimate treat for citrus lovers! This show-stopping dessert combines the tangy punch of freshly squeezed lemon juice and aromatic lemon zest with a tender, buttery crumb that melts in your mouth. Topped with a luscious, sweet-tart lemon glaze that drips beautifully over each slice, this crowd-pleaser is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, this easy-to-make sheet cake comes together in under an hour and serves 12, making it ideal for family gatherings, brunches, or any occasion in need of a sunny, homemade dessert. Whether you’re whipping it up for a party or treating yourself, this lemon cake will have you coming back for seconds! Keywords: lemon cake recipe, tangy lemon dessert, easy sheet cake, zesty lemon glaze, citrus dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until combined.
On low speed, alternate adding the dry flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth.
Once the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top, letting it drip down the sides for an extra luscious look.
Slice the cake into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy your Smacky Good Lemon Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.2 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1014 mg | 338% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 789.4 g | 287% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 541.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1115 mg | 24% | |
*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.
