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Irresistible Creamy Lemon Sheet Cake That's Sunshine in Every Bite

This Irresistible Creamy Lemon Sheet Cake is a delightful blend of tangy lemon and sweet creamy glaze, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour You can substitute with gluten-free flour for a lighter version.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Creates a tender crumb.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Key to making your cake rise beautifully.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for rich flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Essential for enhancing lemon flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Bind ingredients together.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Ensures a moist cake.
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smooth finish.
  • 0.25 cup Lemon Juice Combine with powdered sugar for glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Sheet Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Irresistible Creamy Lemon Sheet Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a sheet pan by greasing it with nonstick spray or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just mixed, leaving some small dry patches.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared sheet pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before adding the glaze.
  8. For the glaze, combine sifted powdered sugar with lemon juice until pourable and drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

Consider topping with fresh berries or whipped cream for an extra treat.