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Lemon Cake

Lemon Cake Bliss: Moist, Zesty, and Simply Irresistible

This Lemon Cake is a moist and fluffy dessert that combines zesty lemon flavors, making it perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix
  • 1 box Instant Lemon Pudding Mix
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or melted butter
  • 1 cup Water or milk for creaminess
  • 1/3 cup Fresh Lemon Juice fresh is best
  • 1 tbsp Zest of Lemon
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice adjust for sweetness
  • Optional Milk for glaze thickness

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix yellow cake mix, instant lemon pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Whisk together powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice for the glaze. Add milk if desired for thickness.
  5. Poke small holes in the baked cake and pour the glaze over while it's warm.
  6. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. Garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh lemons and monitor baking time closely.

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