Lemon Custard Cake
Lemon Custard Cake is a delightful dessert that brings sunshine to your table with its light, fluffy cake and luscious lemon custard. Bursting with zesty flavor and velvety texture, this cake is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy afternoon treat. Easy to make, it’s sure to impress your guests and brighten your day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp agar-agar powder
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
- 2. In a bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in lemon zest and juice until fully combined.
- 3. In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just smooth.
- 4. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, agar-agar powder, and sugar until slightly thickened. Let cool before folding into batter.
- 5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg