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A beautifully decorated Vanilla Honey Lemon Cake on a cake stand.

vanilla honey lemon cake

Indulge in the delightful flavors of vanilla honey lemon cake! 🍰 A perfect blend of sweetness and zest that brightens your day! 🍋✨
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American-inspired comfort food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A key base for structure and texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake and helps with browning.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Provides leavening for a light and fluffy cake.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors and balances sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture; ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 3 large eggs Bind ingredients together and add moisture; use room temperature for best results.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses a warm, sweet flavor; opt for pure extract for the best taste.
  • 1/2 cup honey Adds natural sweetness and a unique flavor profile.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Provides acidity and brightness, balancing the sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Enhances the lemon flavor with a fresh, aromatic touch.

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch round cake pan Greased and floured to prevent sticking.
  • 1 Mixing bowl For mixing dry and wet ingredients.
  • 1 Whisk For whisking dry ingredients.
  • 1 Spatula For smoothing the batter.
  • 1 Oven Preheated to 350°F (175°C).

Method
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect all your ingredients: flour, sugar, honey, lemons, eggs, butter, baking powder, and vanilla extract.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it's nice and warm for your cake.
Step 3: Prepare Your Baking Pan
  1. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
Step 5: Cream Butter and Sugar
  1. In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 6: Add Eggs and Honey
  1. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in honey and vanilla extract.
Step 7: Incorporate Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 8: Add Lemon Zest and Juice
  1. Stir in fresh lemon zest and juice for that zesty flavor kick!
Step 9: Pour Batter into Pan
  1. Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 10: Bake the Cake
  1. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 11: Cool the Cake
  1. Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 12: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Slice your Vanilla Honey Lemon Cake, serve it up, and enjoy every sweet bite!