Lemon Bundt Cake | Moist, Zesty & Refreshing Lemon Cake Recipe
Lemon Bundt Cake is a moist, tender, and beautifully fragrant homemade cake bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Made with lemon zest, lemon juice, butter, and a touch of vanilla, this classic Bundt cake has a soft crumb, golden edges, and a refreshing citrus aroma.
A simple lemon glaze adds extra brightness and sweetness while keeping the cake beautifully moist. The elegant Bundt shape makes it perfect for afternoon tea, brunch, birthdays, holidays, family gatherings, or a light after-dinner dessert.
Cooking Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Thoroughly grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk and sour cream.
- Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack and cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
- Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.
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