Description
Lemon Custard Cake is a refreshing dessert that beautifully balances tangy lemon flavor with a creamy custard texture. This delightful cake features a light sponge on top and a luscious custard layer beneath, making it an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Serve it chilled with whipped cream or fresh berries for an unforgettable treat that will have your guests coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder until combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg