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One-Bowl Lemon Dessert Recipe

One-Bowl Lemon Dessert Recipe

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This One-Bowl Lemon Dessert is a delightful and easy-to-make cake that boasts a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. With a zesty lemon glaze topping, it’s a refreshing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup whole milk

Lemon Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Add Eggs and Lemon: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smooth the top, and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Prepare Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze.
  8. Glaze and Serve: Allow the cake to cool, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm cake and let it set before serving.

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Keywords: One-Bowl Lemon Dessert, Lemon Cake, Lemon Glaze, Easy Dessert Recipe