Butter Yellow Lemon Sheet Cake
Butter Yellow Lemon Sheet Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly marries buttery richness with the bright zest of fresh lemons. This easy-to-make sheet cake is ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a casual afternoon treat. Topped with a glossy lemon glaze, each slice bursts with sunshine flavor and moisture, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg