Lemon Vanilla Bundt Cake

Vanilla and lemon is a sophisticated pairing. The floral scent of vanilla softens the sharp acidity of lemon, creating a harmonious flavor. This is a butter cake, denser and richer than a sponge cake.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 325 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Bundt pan
  • Hand mixer
  • Sifter
  • Rack

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour the pan.

Tip: Be thorough, especially around the center tube.
2

Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.

Tip: Sifting prevents bitter baking powder lumps.
3

Beat eggs with sugar and vanilla until voluminous and pale.

Tip: This foam provides structure.
4

Mix in lukewarm melted butter, milk, lemon juice, and zest.

Tip: Pour slowly while mixing to avoid collapsing the foam.
5

Fold in the flour mixture.

Tip: Fold gently but firmly until flour disappears.
6

Bake 35-40 minutes. Test with a toothpick.

Tip: Don't dry it out by overbaking.
7

Cool 10 minutes in pan, then invert.

Tip: Steam releases easier from a warm cake.

Recipe FAQ

Why isn't it vanilla-y enough?
Use vanilla bean paste or high-quality extract instead of vanilla sugar for stronger flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter (lukewarm)
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1 piece Zest of 1 Lemon
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt