Smacky Good Lemon Cake Recipe

This unbelievably moist and zesty lemon cake vanished in under 10 minutes! A crowd-pleasing recipe featuring a light and fluffy lemon cream topping. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any occasion where you want to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 180.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Smacky Good Lemon Cake

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How to Make Smacky Good Lemon Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
  3. Add 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, and 1/4 cup lemon juice to the wet ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. While the cake cools, prepare the topping: In a chilled bowl, beat 2 cups heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  7. Add 1/4 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon lemon extract. Beat until stiff peaks form.
  8. Once the cake is completely cool, frost generously with the lemon cream topping and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

34g

Carbs

4g

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