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Lemon Custard Cake

Lemon Custard Cake That Will Brighten Your Day

A delightful Lemon Custard Cake that combines fluffy sponge with a creamy custard base, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 large eggs Use room temperature for better aeration
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Consider coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour For gluten-free, use gluten-free all-purpose blend
  • 2 cups whole milk, lukewarm Almond or soy milk can be used for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Bottled juice is not recommended
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Fresh zest yields the best results
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional for pure lemon essence
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Custard Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Separate the eggs: Place the whites in one bowl and the yolks in another. Beat the egg whites until they reach stiff peaks and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar together until the mixture is pale and creamy.
  4. Mix the melted butter into the yolk mixture. Add the flour and salt, stirring gently. Gradually add the lukewarm milk, lemon juice, zest, and optional vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in the whipped egg whites gently in batches.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, placing that pan into a larger baking dish filled halfway with hot water.
  7. Bake for 45–55 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center has a slight jiggle.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar right before serving for the best presentation.

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