Lemon Custard Cake: A Magical Dessert 🍋✨
Love lemon? This Lemon Custard Cake offers a unique dual texture: a fluffy sponge on top and creamy custard underneath. Perfect for anyone who enjoys a bright and tangy touch in their sweets. 🍰🌟
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- Eggs: 4 large, separated
- Sugar: 3/4 cup granulated
- Butter: 1/3 cup unsalted, melted
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Lemon zest: 1 tbsp
- Lemon juice: 1/3 cup
- Flour: 1 cup
- Milk: 1 3/4 cups, warm
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
For decoration (optional):
- Powdered sugar
- Additional lemon zest
Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat and Prepare:
Set the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease an 8-inch baking pan.
2️⃣ Whip the Egg Whites:
Beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar. Stir in melted butter, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice.
4️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:
Gradually sift in the flour, alternating with the warm milk, until smooth.
5️⃣ Fold in Egg Whites:
Gently fold whipped egg whites into the batter in three portions to maintain its light texture.
6️⃣ Bake:
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes until golden and slightly wobbly in the center.
7️⃣ Serve:
Let cool, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with lemon zest for extra flair. Serve chilled for the best flavor.
Pro Tips for Success:
- Prevent Overmixing: Be gentle when folding egg whites to keep the batter airy.
- Perfect Baking: Cover loosely with foil during baking if the top browns too quickly.
- Chill for Flavor: Refrigerate the cake for a few hours to enhance the custard’s creaminess.
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