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Lemon Cloud Cake

Lemon Cloud Cake: A Refreshing Treat for Any Occasion

This Lemon Cloud Cake boasts an airy texture and zesty lemon flavor, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 cups granulated sugar adds sweet moisture
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder leavening agent
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 3 large eggs room temperature for best results
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened for easy mixing
  • ½ cup milk contributes tenderness
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh zest is key
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice always choose fresh
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream base for whipped cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar sweetens whipped cream

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon Cloud Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon zest and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet batter, alternating with milk and lemon juice.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  8. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  9. Decorate the cooled cake with whipped cream and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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