Zitronenkuchen
Brighten your day with the irresistible charm of Zitronenkuchen, a classic German lemon cake bursting with zesty citrus flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe combines delicate, buttery richness with the bold tang of fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a moist, fluffy loaf that’s perfect for every occasion. A smooth lemon glaze draped over the cooled cake adds a tantalizing layer of sweetness, beautifully complementing the vibrant tartness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, this crowd-pleasing dessert is perfect for sharing with family or friends. Whether served as an afternoon snack or paired with a cozy cup of tea, Zitronenkuchen delivers a refreshing burst of sunshine in every bite. Keywords: Zitronenkuchen recipe, German lemon cake, easy lemon cake, citrus dessert, lemon glaze cake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 200 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 180 grams granulated sugar
- 4 eggs, large
- 3 tablespoons lemon zest, finely grated
- 60 milliliters lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 120 milliliters milk
- 150 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice for glaze
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder until evenly combined. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure the mixture is smooth.
Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice, incorporating fully into the wet ingredients.
Alternately add the dry flour mixture and milk into the creamed butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined and the batter is smooth but do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf 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.
While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth and slightly runny.
Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Zitronenkuchen as a delightful citrus treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.9 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.6 g | 553% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1192 mg | 397% | |
| Sodium | 1264 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 545.6 g | 198% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 337.2 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 915 mg | 19% | |
*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.
