Lemon cake with lemon glaze

6 servings

60 minutes

Lemon cake with lemon glaze is a refined treat of Italian cuisine, offering the taste of a sunny day in every bite. The lemon freshness combined with the delicate texture of the cake makes it an elegant and refreshing dessert. The recipe's origins trace back to Italian baking traditions where citrus fruits often play a key role. The lemon syrup glaze adds a pleasant tang and soaks into the cake, making it especially juicy. Perfect for morning coffee or tea on a cozy evening. With its combination of airy batter and rich citrus flavor, this dessert remains a favorite among connoisseurs of exquisite pastries.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 685.9
• Proteins: 11.3g
• Fats: 34.1g
• Carbohydrates: 83.2g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 350 g
• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Sugar: 220 g
• Baking powder: 3 tsp
• Sour cream: 60 g
• Vanillin: 2 pc
• Butter: 200 g
• Salt: pinch
• Lemon juice: 60 ml
• Lemon: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. In a large bowl, mix eggs, sugar (180 grams), lemon juice, and zest. Melt the butter and let it cool slightly, then add it to the bowl. Mix the ingredients with a mixer, add sour cream, and mix again. Add flour, baking powder, vanilla, and salt. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
   • Sugar: 220 g
   • Lemon juice: 60 ml
   • Lemon: 2 pieces
   • Butter: 200 g
   • Sour cream: 60 g
   • Wheat flour: 350 g
   • Baking powder: 3 teaspoons
   • Vanillin: 2 pieces
   • Salt:  pinch

2. Grease the form lined with paper with oil. Place the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 200 g

3. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Bake for 30 minutes. Switch the oven to 160 degrees and bake until done.

4. Pour the remaining lemon juice into a pot, add sugar (40 grams). Keep on heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Pour the syrup over the finished cake and let it soak for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice: 60 ml
   • Sugar: 220 g