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Ingredients
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- 3 cups (354 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (244 g) whole milk, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, about 2 lemons
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, about 2 lemons
- 1 cup (125 g) confectioners' sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some overhang.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, beating on high speed until fully combined, about 2 minutes, scraping the bowl again.
- With the mixer on low, add the dry ingredients in three parts, mixing just until combined after each addition; avoid overmixing.
- Slowly pour in the milk, then mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice until all ingredients are incorporated and no large lumps remain. The batter will be slightly thick.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 28 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Check at 28 minutes and tent with foil if the edges brown too quickly.
- Remove from the oven and place the pan on a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened for easier mixing and a better texture.
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor in both zest and juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 43 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg