Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of The Best Lemon Custard Cake, a light and creamy dessert that bursts with fresh lemon flavor. This elegant cake features a luscious custard layer topped with a delicate sponge, making it perfect for any occasion—from summer gatherings to cozy family dinners. Its bright citrus notes and impressively airy texture are sure to captivate your guests, while its simple preparation allows anyone to create this culinary masterpiece at home.
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). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with the granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Mix in the melted butter, lemon zest, and juice until combined.
- Sift in the flour and salt, stirring gently until just combined. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold them into the batter in three additions.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center. Let cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg