This Starbucks-Inspired Luscious Lemon Cake brings the quintessential coffeehouse treat into your home with its bright, sunny flavors and soft, moist crumb. Infused with the fresh zest and juice of yellow lemons and complemented by a sweet lemon glaze, this cake is a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. The addition of cornflour ensures a fine, tender texture, while vanilla extract adds a hint of aromatic depth.
Why You’ll Love This: If you’re a fan of lemon-flavored desserts, this cake will be a delightful addition to your recipe collection. It mirrors the famous Starbucks lemon loaf but with the personal touch of homemade goodness. The cake is incredibly moist, thanks to the butter and milk, and the glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness to contrast the tangy lemon. It’s a versatile cake that can be enjoyed all year round, perfect with a cup of tea or as a sweet finish to any meal.
Perfect Occasion: This lemon cake is ideal for brunches, afternoon tea parties, or as a sweet treat to brighten up a regular day. It’s also great for gatherings and celebrations, where its bright flavor and beautiful presentation can shine. Serve it during spring and summer for a refreshing dessert option, or brighten the colder months by bringing a taste of sunshine to your table.
Decoration Tips: For a stunning presentation, drizzle the lemon glaze over the cake allowing it to naturally drip down the sides. Garnish with thinly sliced lemon rounds, a sprinkle of lemon zest, or even edible flowers for a more elegant touch. If you’re serving this at a party or special occasion, consider adding a few mint leaves for a pop of color and fresh flavor contrast.
Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 100g of milk
- 250g of sugar
- 200g of flour
- 250g of butter, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon of liquid vanilla extract
- 50g of cornflour (cornstarch)
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- Zest and juice of 2 yellow lemons
For the Glaze:
- 200g of powdered sugar
- 20g of lemon juice
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit) and grease and flour a baking mold.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
- Mix in the milk, then gradually add the flour, cornflour, baking soda, and baking powder, blending until the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the lemon zest and juice, ensuring the batter is well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared mold. After 15 minutes of baking, gently slit the top of the cake down its length with a knife to help it cook evenly.
- Continue baking for a total of 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little warm water to reach the desired consistency.
- Pour the glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to set before slicing.
Enjoy this delightful Starbucks-inspired Lemon Cake, a luscious treat that’s sure to bring a zestful joy to your dessert time!
