Description
A bright and refreshing Lemon Sheet Cake with a fluffy, moist texture infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, topped with a silky glaze. Perfect for spring gatherings or a simple citrusy treat.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup buttermilk
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon milk (optional, for thinner glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cream the butter and granulated sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the lemon zest and lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake cools slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk (if using) to make the glaze.
- Pour the glaze over the warm cake and spread evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Add blueberries or raspberries to the batter for a fruity variation.
Use orange zest and juice for a different citrus twist.
Top with whipped cream or lemon curd for a richer dessert.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Microwave slices for 10–15 seconds to reheat.
Freeze unglazed cake for up to 2 months; thaw and glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
