Delicious Italian Limoncello Cake: Easy Weekend Baking Recipe
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in this easy weekend baking recipe with a delightful Italian Limoncello cake that’s perfect for impressing guests and satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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2 cups of all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons of baking powder
1 cup of granulated sugar
1/2 cup of unsalted butter (softened)
3 large eggs
1/4 cup of Limoncello
1 tablespoon of zest of 2 lemons
1/2 cup of milk (whole or buttermilk)
1 cup of powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy for about 3-5 minutes.
Mix in the eggs one at a time, adding the limoncello and lemon zest.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
Pour your cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
This Italian Limoncello Cake blends zesty lemon and a rich buttery texture for an irresistible dessert that invokes special memories.
