Limoncello Cake Recipe
A light and zesty cake infused with the refreshing flavors of limoncello, perfect for a delightful dessert.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Cake Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 4
Add Eggs and Limoncello
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the limoncello, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 6
Pour and Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cake
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8
Serve
Slice and serve the cake as is, or drizzle with additional limoncello glaze if desired.
