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gluten-free lemon cake

gluten-free lemon cake

A bright and zesty gluten-free lemon cake, perfect for any occasion. This cake is moist, flavorful, and easy to make!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Cake

  • 1.5 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour with xanthan gum
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 2 tsp Lemon Zest
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt

Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice or more, to desired consistency

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Add more lemon juice as needed to reach the desired consistency.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Notes

Enjoy this delicious gluten-free lemon cake with a cup of tea or coffee!