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Ma's Lemon Cake Recipe

A treasured family recipe passed down through generations! This incredibly moist and zesty lemon bundt cake is the star of any gathering. Inspired by a beloved grandmother's tradition of making this special cake every third Sunday, it's guaranteed to become a family favorite. Get ready to impress with its bright citrus flavor and delightful texture.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 595.1 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 3.0 (21 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ma's Lemon Cake

  • 1 (15.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1 (3-ounce) package lemon-flavored gelatin
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-4 tablespoons lemon juice

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How to Make Ma's Lemon Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine one 15.25-ounce box of yellow cake mix, 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon lemon extract, and 1 (3-ounce) package lemon-flavored gelatin.
  3. Mix until thoroughly combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving platter.
  7. While the cake is baking, prepare the icing: Whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar with 2-4 tablespoons lemon juice until smooth and desired consistency is reached. Add more lemon juice for a thinner icing, or more powdered sugar for a thicker one.
  8. Once the cake is inverted, immediately pour the lemon icing over the warm cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

208g

Fat

22g

Carbs

25g

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