Description
Indulgent lemon bundt cake brings zesty sunshine to dessert tables with its moist crumb and bright citrus essence. Rich layers of tangy lemon flavor and delicate sweetness promise a delightful experience that will leave you craving another slice.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325F (165C) and meticulously coat a 10-inch Bundt pan with grease and flour to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip butter and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and voluminous, creating a smooth base for the cake.
- Incorporate eggs individually, thoroughly blending after each addition to ensure a uniform texture. Fold in fragrant lemon zest for a bright citrusy essence.
- Separately, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt to eliminate potential lumps and create a consistent dry mixture.
- Gradually merge the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture, alternating with buttermilk to maintain a silky batter consistency.
- Introduce lemon juice and vanilla, stirring gently to distribute flavors evenly throughout the cake mixture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, ensuring an even spread for consistent baking.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges completely clean, indicating perfect doneness.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, enabling it to set and cool slightly.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack, letting it cool completely before serving or glazing.
Notes
- Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for smoother, more even mixing and better cake texture.
- Use fresh lemon zest for more vibrant, intense citrus flavor and avoid using dried or pre-packaged zest.
- Check cake doneness early by testing with a toothpick around 55-60 minutes to prevent potential over-baking and dryness.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a quality gluten-free flour blend and add 1 teaspoon xanthan gum for better structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg