Easy Lemon Cake with a Creamy Layer 🍋✨
A soft, zesty lemon cake with a smooth and creamy layer—simple and delicious!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
3 eggs
½ cup sugar (80g)
Zest of 1 lemon
½ cup + 1 tbsp oil (125ml)
½ cup + 1 tbsp milk (125ml)
1 small lemon yogurt (110g)
2 tsp baking powder (16g)
2 cups flour (not full) (200g)
For the Cream Layer:
4 tbsp cornstarch (40g)
4 tbsp sugar (60g)
3 cups milk (600ml)
1 small natural yogurt (110g)
Juice of ½ lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions:
1. Make the Cake Batter:
Beat eggs, sugar, and lemon zest until fluffy.
Add oil, milk, and yogurt. Mix well.
Sift in flour and baking powder, then fold gently until smooth.
Pour into a greased baking pan.
2. Bake the Cake:
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
3. Prepare the Cream Layer:
In a pot, whisk cornstarch, sugar, and milk.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick.
Remove from heat, then mix in yogurt, lemon juice, and zest.
4. Assemble & Serve:
Let the cake cool, then spread the cream layer on top.
Chill for 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
🍰 Tip: Garnish with lemon slices or powdered sugar for extra flavor!
Let me know if you want any changes! 😊