A fluffy and delicious lemon cake that is perfect for any occasion.

Lemon Cake recipe
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
35min

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = 1 slice)

Cake Ingredients

  • eggs
    eggs
    2clove
  • sugar
    sugar
    1cup
  • maida
    maida
    1/2cup
  • lemon juice
    lemon juice
    2tbsp
  • lemon zest
    lemon zest
    1sprig
  • drops vanilla essence
    drops vanilla essence
    3

How to make Lemon Cake

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk the eggs and sugar together for five minutes until well combined.

  2. Step 2

    Add the maida, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla essence to the mixture.

  3. Step 3

    Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

  4. Step 4

    Preheat the air fryer to 150°C.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the batter into a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Once done, allow it to cool before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

144.3kcal (7.21%)

Protein

3.0g (6%)

Carbs

24.3g (8.82%)

Sugars

11.9g (23.76%)

Healthy Fat

2.3g

Unhealthy Fat

1.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Make sure to whisk the eggs and sugar thoroughly for a fluffy texture.

  2. You can adjust the amount of lemon juice according to your taste preference.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a regular oven instead of an air fryer?

    Yes, you can bake this cake in a regular oven at the same temperature.

  2. How can I store the lemon cake?

    Store the lemon cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

  3. Can I add frosting to the lemon cake?

    Yes, you can add a lemon glaze or cream cheese frosting for extra flavor.

  4. Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?

    Yes, this lemon cake recipe is vegetarian.

  5. Can I substitute maida with whole wheat flour?

    Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, but the texture may be denser.

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