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Lemon Cakes Great Gatsby

Lemon Cakes Great Gatsby: A Fluffy Vintage Delight

Indulge in Lemon Cakes Great Gatsby-style, a delightful treat that captures the essence of the Roaring Twenties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with almond or coconut flour for gluten-free options
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Using organic enhances the flavor profile
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter At room temperature
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for vegan
  • 0.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice Meyer or Eureka lemons are ideal
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check for freshness
  • 0.5 cups Powdered Sugar Sift before using for silkiness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Zest only the yellow part
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust quantity for thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Enhances the lemony zing

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cake pans
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing them and lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Gradually add in the eggs one by one.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice and zest until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. To prepare the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and zest until smooth.
  9. Assemble the cakes by layering with lemon filling and glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and do not overmix the batter.

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