Super-moist, zesty, glossy lemon cake with syrup drizzle

 

Oh yes, we’re going full indulgence here 😄 — a super-moist, zesty lemon cake with syrup drizzle that practically glows! Here’s the recipe:

Super-Moist Lemon Cake with Syrup Drizzle

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup (200 g) sugar

  • Zest of 3 lemons

  • 3 large eggs, room temp

  • ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk

  • ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the lemon syrup:

  • ½ cup (100 g) sugar

  • ½ cup (120 ml) water

  • ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice

For the glaze:

  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • Optional: a pinch of lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round or square cake pan and line with parchment paper.

  2. Dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. Butter & sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy (2–3 min).

  4. Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla.

  5. Combine: Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix gently until just combined. Stir in lemon juice.

  6. Bake: Pour batter into pan and bake 35–40 minutes (or until toothpick comes out clean).

  7. Make the syrup: While cake bakes, combine sugar, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat until sugar dissolves and syrup slightly thickens.

  8. Soak the cake: Once the cake comes out of the oven, poke small holes on top with a skewer and pour the warm lemon syrup over it. Let it absorb for 10–15 minutes.

  9. Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice to make a smooth, pourable glaze. Drizzle over the cake once it has cooled slightly. Optional: sprinkle a little lemon zest on top for extra sparkle.

  10. Serve: Slice and enjoy—this cake is ultra-moist, tangy, and glossy with a perfect lemon punch!

💡 Tips:

  • Use room temperature eggs & butter to get the fluffiest texture.

  • For extra lemony zing, add 1–2 tsp of lemon extract.

  • Can be made as mini loaf cakes for gift-ready portions.

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