Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- Zest of 2 large lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Zester or grater
- Rubber spatula
- Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and grease your 9-inch round cake pan with a little butter or cooking spray. This will ensure your cake slides out beautifully once it’s baked! In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy—this should take about 3-5 minutes. The mixture will turn a lovely pale color, and the smell of butter and sugar will fill the air, which is nothing short of heavenly. (See the next page below to continue steps…)