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Extreme Lemon Bundt Cake

A deliciously zesty cake bursting with lemon flavor, this Extreme Lemon Bundt Cake is perfect for any occasion and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk
  • 3 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons) Freshly grated for best flavor
  • 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
For the Glaze (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-cup Bundt pan thoroughly with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Mix in the buttermilk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until no flour streaks remain.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Glaze
  1. Whisk together powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over the cooled cake for an added zesty kick.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh lemons for both zest and juice. Don't skip the zest, and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.