Description
If you’re in search of a dessert that brightens your day, look no further than this One-Bowl Lemon Dessert: Paul Hollywood’s Favorite. This zesty treat combines the perfect balance of sweetness and tang, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. With its light and fluffy texture and a delightful lemon glaze, this cake is not only easy to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The refreshing aroma of lemon wafting through your kitchen will create an inviting atmosphere, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Treat yourself to a slice of sunshine with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon zest and juice until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mix, alternating with whole milk until smooth.
- Pour batter into a prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice for the glaze.
- Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Drizzle with glaze once slightly cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 147mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 81mg