Refreshing Limoncello Cake

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, room temperature
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup limoncello
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Add in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk and limoncello. Beat until just combined.
4. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.
6. To make the glaze, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, heavy cream, and powdered sugar in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Pour the glaze over the cooled cake.
7. Allow the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Limoncello is an Italian liqueur made from lemons.
• Limoncello originated in the southern region of Italy, specifically on the Amalfi Coast.
• Limoncello is traditionally served as a chilled after-dinner digestif.