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Lemon Cake

A bright and zesty Lemon Cake, perfect for any occasion. This cake combines the tangy flavor of lemon with a moist and tender crumb.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour (300g)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (225g)
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar (300g)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (240ml)
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice (2 lemons (60ml))
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp lemon zest (2 lemons)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature (230g)
  • 7 cups powdered sugar (840g)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature (225g)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest (1 lemon)
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice (1 lemon)
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Notes

For a more intense lemon flavor, add lemon extract to the batter.