Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of The Best Lemon Custard Cake, a refreshing dessert that combines a creamy custard layer with a light sponge. This cake is bursting with bright lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice, making it an ideal treat for spring and summer gatherings. Whether served at a casual picnic or an elegant dinner party, this easy-to-make dessert will leave your guests clamoring for more. With its impressive appearance and balanced sweetness, each slice promises a taste of sunshine that is both satisfying and uplifting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by greasing it lightly and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Stir in the melted butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined.
- Sift the flour and salt into the mixture, then mix until just combined. Gradually whisk in the whole milk until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold them into the batter in three parts to maintain airiness.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for about 40-45 minutes or until golden brown on top and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg