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