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Honey Lemon Cake

A moist and flavorful cake infused with honey and fresh lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the honey and mix until well combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with lemon juice and zest.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, you can include poppy seeds in the batter.

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