One-Bowl Lemon Cake Hollywood (Print View)

Moist, citrusy lemon cake with a tangy glaze in just one bowl. Bright flavor and easy cleanup for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cake Batter

01 - 200 g granulated sugar
02 - 115 g unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
05 - 60 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - 190 g all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
09 - 120 ml whole milk

→ Glaze

10 - 120 g powdered sugar
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 cm round cake pan.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
03 - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
04 - Stir in lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice until well integrated.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
06 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with additions of milk. Mix until the batter is smooth.
07 - Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
08 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
09 - While baking, combine powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons lemon juice in a bowl and stir until completely smooth.
10 - Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack. Drizzle lemon glaze over the warm cake and let it set before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced lemon flavor, use only freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest. Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb.