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Moist Zesty Lemon Cake

Deliciously Moist Zesty Lemon Cake to Brighten Your Day

A luscious Moist Zesty Lemon Cake that combines simple ingredients for a delightful treat, featuring a tangy lemon glaze perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Can be substituted with white cake mix
  • 1 packet Instant Lemon Pudding Mix Enhances moisture and lemon flavor
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Adds moisture and richness
  • 1 cup Water Combines ingredients
  • 4 large Eggs (beaten) Binds ingredients together
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted) Adds richness
  • 2 tablespoons Water Achieves proper consistency
  • 1/3 cup Lemon Juice Provides tart flavor

Equipment

  • bundt pan
  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease and flour a Bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and instant lemon pudding mix. Add the vegetable oil, water, and beaten eggs, then mix until smooth and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. After baking, let the cake cool in the Bundt pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.
  5. Whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, water, and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency if necessary.
  6. Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the glaze over the top and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Adding lemon zest enhances flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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