Maggie's Lemon Sugar Cake Recipe

This unbelievably easy lemon sugar cake recipe, passed down from my future mother-in-law, is a weekday staple! It's so simple yet delivers incredible flavor. I've slightly tweaked the glaze for a smoother, melt-in-your-mouth experience by heating the lemon juice and sugar before adding it to the cake. Prepare to be amazed by how quickly this delicious treat comes together – perfect for busy weeknights or a delightful weekend treat!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 296.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Maggie's Lemon Sugar Cake

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How to Make Maggie's Lemon Sugar Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (170°C). Grease and flour a 20cm round baking tin.
  2. In a food processor, combine all ingredients and blend for 15 seconds, or until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared tin and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze: In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the juice of one lemon and 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth (approximately 20-40 seconds total).
  5. Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Once the cake is completely cool, pour the lemon glaze evenly over the top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

94g

Fat

42g

Carbs

13g

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