Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHeronsDogwood Recipe

Dogwood Recipe

Inspired by Herons
Time1h
Serves12

Make Dogwood Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Flavoring

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Cream Butter and Sugar

    In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add the sugar mixture and beat until well combined.

  4. 4

    Add Eggs and Vanilla

    Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

  5. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix just until combined.

  6. 6

    Add Flavorings

    Fold in the lemon zest and lemon juice into the batter until evenly distributed.

Baking

  1. 7

    Pour Batter

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

  2. 8

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  3. 9

    Cool

    Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Topping

  1. 10

    Prepare Topping

    In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.

  2. 11

    Drizzle Topping

    Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, allowing it to soak in.

  3. 12

    Serve

    Cut into squares and serve, enjoying the bright and refreshing flavors of the Dogwood cake.

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