Delicious and Zesty Greek Lemon Cake Recipe

This Greek Lemon Cake is the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Made with fresh lemon juice and zest, this moist cake is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Enjoy a slice with a cup of tea or serve it as a dessert at your next gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

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