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Set oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 cm round cake pan.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
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Stir in lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice until well integrated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with additions of milk. Mix until the batter is smooth.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
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While baking, combine powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons lemon juice in a bowl and stir until completely smooth.
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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.