A Tangy Delight That Brightens Your Day
Are you ready to take your dessert game to the next level? Meet the Citrusy Dream Cake! This stunning treat boasts a delightful balance of zesty citrus flavors that will make your taste buds sing. Imagine slicing into a fluffy cake infused with bright lemon and orange notes, topped with a silky citrus glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Sounds heavenly, right?
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ teaspoon salt
- For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Eggs: One at a time, add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate the Milk: Gradually add the milk to the mixture, followed by the lemon and orange zest.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Slowly add your flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing!
- Bake: Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and orange juice until smooth.
- Cool and Glaze: Once the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, invert it onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before drizzling the glaze over the top.