Description
Lemon Sheet Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of sunshine with its light, fluffy texture and zesty flavor. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet afternoon treat, this easy-to-make cake offers a refreshing balance of sweetness and tanginess in every bite. Whether served plain or adorned with fresh berries, it promises to bring smiles to all who indulge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a sheet cake pan.
- In a bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in lemon zest.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the mixture, alternating with lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Let cool before slicing; serve with whipped cream or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg