Lemon cake is a classic dessert that combines the freshness and acidity of lemons with the sweetness of a soft dough. This recipe will guide you step by step to create a delicious lemon cake that is sure to impress your guests. Prepare your utensils and follow these simple steps to enjoy this exquisite delicacy.
Ingredients:
For the base:
- 1 egg
- 50 grams of sugar (2 tablespoons)
- a pinch of salt
- 20 grams of starch (1 tablespoon)
- Lemon zest
- Juice of half a lemon
- 200 ml milk (1 cup)
- 25 grams of butter (1.5 tablespoons)
For the mass:
- 3 eggs
- 150 grams of sugar (6 tablespoons)
- 10 grams of vanilla sugar (1.5 teaspoons)
- 50 grams of sour cream (2 heaped tablespoons)
- 150 ml vegetable oil (8 tablespoons)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 250 grams of flour
- 15 grams of baking powder (2 teaspoons)
Preparing the base:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and lightly grease a cake tin.
- In a bowl, beat the egg with the sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the pinch of salt and the starch and mix until well incorporated.
- Grate the lemon zest and squeeze the juice of half a lemon. Add the zest and juice to the mixture and stir to bring out the lemon flavor.
- Heat the milk in a saucepan until lukewarm, then add the butter and stir until completely melted. Pour this mixture into the bowl and mix everything together until you get a smooth dough.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let cool while you prepare the batter.
Preparation of the dough:
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and vanilla sugar until the mixture is frothy and light in color.
- Add the sour cream, vegetable oil, and juice of half a lemon. Mix well to combine all the wet ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder to make sure there are no lumps.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing with gentle, enveloping movements until the dough is well incorporated.
- Pour the mixture onto the cooled base in the pan, taking care to distribute it evenly.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once cooked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before removing it completely from the oven. Then place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
And there you have it! A delicious and refreshing lemon cake ready to be enjoyed. You can decorate it with a little powdered sugar sprinkled on top or even with a few thin slices of lemon to highlight its citrus flavor even more. Enjoy this wonderful dessert with friends and family!
