Print

Italian Grandma’s Lemon Custard Cake: The Best Comfort Dessert

Italian Grandma’s Lemon Custard Cake
Print Recipe

A delightful dessert that combines the richness of custard with a zesty lemon flavor.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

  • For a stronger lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
  • This cake can be served warm or cold.

Nutrition

Keywords: lemon, custard, cake, dessert, Italian

Find it online: https://www.forkfulofcalm.com/italian-grandmas-lemon-custard-cake-the-best-comfort-dessert/