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The key ingredients for an easy lemon cake are simple and fresh. You need flour, sugar, butter, eggs, buttermilk, lemon zest, lemon juice, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract. These lemon cake ingredients work together to create a light and bright dessert.

Easy Lemon Cake

Craving something sweet and zesty? Dive into this easy lemon cake recipe that combines fresh flavors with simple steps! Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to impress with its delightful taste and moist texture. Learn how to bake a delicious lemon cake with straightforward instructions, along with tips for perfecting it. Click through for the full recipe and get ready to treat yourself and loved ones to a bright, homemade dessert!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

1/2 cup buttermilk

Zest of 2 lemons

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

      Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

        In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

          Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.

            Incorporate the lemon zest and lemon juice into the batter, mixing until just combined.

              Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

                Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                  Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 8

                        - Presentation Tips: Serve slices of the cake on a beautiful plate, garnished with fresh lemon slices and mint leaves for a vibrant touch.