Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake Recipe

Indulge in Maida Heatter's iconic Lemon Cake, a recipe perfected over time and featured in both her renowned cookbook and Good Food Magazine. This recipe produces a moist, intensely lemony cake with a delicate crumb, guaranteed to impress. Prepare to be transported to a world of pure citrus bliss! Get ready for the ultimate taste of sunshine.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 115 mins

Calories 5606.6 kcal

Protein 148g

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Ingredients for Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake

All Purpose Flour
Double Acting Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
4 large eggs
1 cup milk
Lemons, Rind Of
1/2 cup lemon juice (for glaze)

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How to Make Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake

Adjust oven rack to the lower third position.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9x3 1/2-inch tube pan. Dust lightly with fine, dry breadcrumbs.
Whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
Gradually add 2 cups granulated sugar, beating for 2-3 minutes until well combined.
Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition.
On low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients in three additions and 1 cup milk in two additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined after each addition.
Stir in the zest of 2 large lemons.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and level the top by rotating the pan.
Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 3 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.
Prepare the glaze while the cake is still warm (see glaze instructions below).
Once the glaze is ready, immediately brush it all over the warm cake until absorbed.
Let the cake cool completely before transferring to a serving plate using two wide spatulas or a serving lifter.
Allow the cake to sit for several hours before slicing to allow the flavors to fully meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

160 g

Sugar

2220g

Fat

644g

Carbs

287g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake?

Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake takes about 135 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 115 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake?

Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake has approximately 5606.6 calories per serving, with about 148 g protein, 287 g carbohydrates and 333 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake?

The key ingredients for Maida Heatter's East 62Nd Street Lemon Cake are All Purpose Flour, Double Acting Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.