Introduction
Soft, buttery, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, this English Lemon Cake is the perfect treat for tea time or dessert. It’s incredibly moist, tender, and melts in your mouth — and the best part? You can make it in just 15 minutes of prep! With its bright citrus notes and light crumb, this cake feels both comforting and refreshing.
Ingredients
3 large eggs
90 g (½ cup) sugar
A pinch of salt
Zest of 2 lemons 🍋
170 g (6 oz or 8 tbsp) melted butter
200 g (1 cup + ⅓ cup) all-purpose flour
15 g (3 tsp) baking powder
2 tbsp milk
Optional (for extra lemony flavor):
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Powdered sugar for dusting or a lemon glaze for topping
How to Make
Preheat Oven:
