Description
Lemon heaven cake delights senses with zesty sunshine from Mediterranean orchards, promising pure citrus bliss. Silky layers melt on palates, inviting sweet-tart whispers that transport you to refreshing summer moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) lemon juice
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coating a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Combine cake mix, fresh lemon juice, eggs, and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture achieves a smooth, consistent texture without lumps.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the greased pan, ensuring an even distribution across the surface.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring the cake’s doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge completely clean when the cake is fully cooked.
- Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature, which typically takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
- Create a tangy glaze by whisking powdered sugar with finely grated lemon zest until the mixture becomes silky and pourable.
- Once the cake has reached room temperature, generously drizzle the lemon glaze over the entire surface, allowing it to cascade naturally and create an appetizing finish.
- Slice and serve the cake, enjoying the bright, citrusy flavors and moist texture.
Notes
- Elevate the cake’s tanginess by adding fresh lemon zest directly into the batter for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
- Transform this dessert into a gluten-free option by using a certified gluten-free cake mix and ensuring all ingredients are gluten-free.
- Experiment with adding a tablespoon of poppy seeds to the batter for a delightful texture and classic lemon-poppy seed combination.
- Enhance the cake’s moisture by brushing the warm cake with a lemon simple syrup before applying the glaze, creating an intensely lemony and succulent dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg