Memaw's Lemon Sunshine Cake - A Deliciously Tangy Dessert

This homemade lemon cake is incredibly moist and bursting with tangy lemon flavor. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze, it's a heavenly dessert that will brighten any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, a special gathering, or just want a slice of sunshine on your plate, this cake is sure to delight

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
4. Add the milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is baking, prepare the lemon glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and enough lemon juice to create a smooth, pourable consistency.
9. Once the cake is out of the oven, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

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