Lemon Cake Pioneer Woman: A Delicious & Easy Recipe

Lemon Cake Pioneer Woman: A Delicious & Easy Recipe

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 35 min Total Time: 50 min
Yield: 12 servings Category: Desserts And Drinks Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description A fluffy and tart lemon cake iced with a dangerously drippy lemon glaze, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup ( 2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (more or less to reach desired consistency)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3 to 5 minutes).
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Beat in the vegetable oil.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined after each addition.
  7. Give the batter one final mix just until everything is evenly incorporated. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, melted butter, and lemon zest until smooth. Adjust lemon juice to reach desired consistency.
  12. Once the cake is completely cool, place it on a serving platter. Pour the lemon glaze over the cake, spreading it evenly.
  13. Allow the glaze to set for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with extra lemon zest or a few fresh berries.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Keep the mixing gentle to avoid overmixing the batter. Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.