Easy Lemon Birthday Cake
If you’re seeking a delightful dessert that’s sure to impress, look no further than this Easy Lemon Birthday Cake Recipe. Brimming with zesty lemon flavors and a touch of poppy seeds, this cake is the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Its light and fluffy texture is complemented by a luscious whipped cream topping, making each slice a slice of sunshine. Ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or just an afternoon treat, this recipe balances simplicity with elegance. With a preparation time of under an hour, you can whip it up even on the busiest of days!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line two springform pans with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in oil, milk, and lemon juice until fully combined.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture; mix gently until just combined.
- Fold in lemon zest and poppy seeds before dividing the batter between prepared pans.
- Bake for about 25-27 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely before removing from pans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg