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Sourdough Lemon Cake

This delightful Sourdough Lemon Cake combines the tanginess of sourdough with the bright flavor of fresh lemons, resulting in a moist and flavorful dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup sourdough starter active and bubbly
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
For the Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice for glaze
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Cake Batter
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the sourdough starter, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake the Cake
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Prepare the Topping
  1. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth to create the glaze.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with lemon zest for garnish.
Serve
  1. Slice the cake and serve at room temperature. Enjoy your Sourdough Lemon Cake!

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For an extra kick of lemon flavor, consider adding more lemon zest to the glaze. Make sure your sourdough starter is active for the best results.

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