Melt-in-Your-Mouth Lemon Cake: Quick and Delicious

This Lemon Cake is the perfect treat when you’re in the mood for something tangy, sweet, and utterly delicious. The cake is light, moist, and bursting with lemon flavor, topped with a luscious cream and a sprinkle of almond flakes for added texture. Best of all, you can have this cake ready in just 15 minutes of prep time! Let’s dive into the recipe.

Ingredients

For the Cream:

  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 0.7 oz (20 g) cornstarch
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk
  • Lemon peel, to taste
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 oz (30 g) butter

For the Dough:

  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
  • 0.6 cups (150 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) sour cream
  • 2 cups (240 g) flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • Juice of half a lemon

Other Ingredients:

  • Almond flakes, for topping
  • Powdered sugar, for sprinkling

Preparation Steps

1. Making the Cream

  • Combine the ingredients:
    In a saucepan, crack 1 egg and add 1/4 cup of sugar, a pinch of salt, and 0.7 oz of cornstarch. Whisk these together until smooth.
  • Add milk and lemon:
    Gradually add 1 cup of milk to the mixture while continuing to whisk. Then, add the grated lemon peel (to taste) and the juice of half a lemon.
  • Cook the cream:
    Place the saucepan over low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a smooth cream. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in 1 oz of butter until fully melted and incorporated.
  • Cool the cream:
    Cover the cream with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and let it sit while you prepare the dough.

2. Preparing the Dough

  • Mix the wet ingredients:
    In a large mixing bowl, beat 3 eggs. Add 3/4 cup of sugar, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla sugar. Whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Add the oil and sour cream:
    Pour in 0.6 cups of vegetable oil and 1/4 cup of sour cream. Mix until fully combined.
  • Incorporate dry ingredients:
    Sift in 2 cups of flour and 2 tablespoons of baking powder. Add the juice of half a lemon and stir until you have a smooth, well-mixed batter.

3. Assembling the Cake

  • Prepare the mold:
    Grease and line an 18 x 26 cm baking mold with parchment paper. Pour the dough into the mold and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  • Add the cream:
    Transfer the prepared cream into a piping bag and pipe it onto the dough in a grid pattern. This will create pockets of rich lemon cream throughout the cake.
  • Top with almonds:
    Sprinkle almond flakes generously over the top of the cake for a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.

4. Baking the Cake

  • Preheat and bake:
    Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Bake the cake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.

5. Adding the Final Touches

  • Cool and dust:
    Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Then, sprinkle the top with powdered sugar to add a touch of sweetness and an elegant finish.

6. Serving with Love and Grace

  • Serve and enjoy:
    Slice the cake and serve it warm or at room temperature. The combination of the light, fluffy cake and the creamy, tangy lemon filling is sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy the smiles and compliments as everyone savors this delectable treat!

Nutritional Information

  • Servings: Approximately 12 slices
  • Calories per serving: 250 kcal
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugars: 20 g
  • Protein: 4 g

Conclusion

This Lemon Cake is a wonderfully quick and easy recipe that delivers on flavor and texture. The cake itself is light and moist, with a rich lemon cream that adds a burst of freshness. Topped with crunchy almond flakes and a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy baking and sharing this delightful treat!