Lemon Cake to Die For
If you’re in search of a dessert that embodies brightness and joy, look no further than this Lemon Cake to Die For. This delightful cake combines the refreshing zest and tang of fresh lemons with a moist, fluffy texture that’s sure to impress anyone at your table. Perfect for any occasion—from spring brunches to summer gatherings—this easy-to-follow recipe will have you whipping up a bakery-quality treat in no time. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can enjoy this sunny dessert that feels like a warm hug in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant lemon pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp milk (optional for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the yellow cake mix, instant lemon pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice (and milk if using) until smooth.
- Once baked, poke small holes in the warm cake and pour the glaze over it to soak in.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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