Lemon Cake Recipe
white chocolate crumble, vanilla bean pastry cream
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Cake Directions
- 1
Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
Add Eggs and Flavorings
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
