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Cake au Citron


  • Author: julia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful lemon cake that is perfect for any occasion, offering a fresh citrus flavor and a moist, light texture.


Ingredients

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  • 240g de sucre
  • 4 œufs
  • 240g de beurre pommade
  • 240g de farine
  • 22g de levure
  • Jus de 3 citrons
  • Zestes de 3 citrons
  • 75g d’eau
  • 30g de sucre pour le sirop
  • 1 cs de jus de citron pour le sirop

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix 240g of sugar and 4 eggs until light and frothy.
  3. Incorporate 240g of softened butter while whisking to combine.
  4. Add 240g of flour and 22g of baking powder.
  5. Mix in the juice and zest of 3 lemons.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared mold and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, prepare the syrup by boiling 75g of water and 30g of sugar, then add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice off the heat.
  8. Once the cake is baked, carefully soak it with the syrup.

Notes

To enhance lemon flavor, use organic lemons. Let the cake cool completely before soaking it in syrup for better absorption.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: lemon cake, dessert, citrus, baking, tea time