Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Interesting Facts
- This cake is a classic American dessert.
- It is also known as lemon loaf cake.
- This cake is an excellent addition to any tea or brunch party.