Description
A light and refreshing lemon cake topped with a sweet lemon glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 1 box instant lemon pudding (3 oz)
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup water
- 4 large eggs
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper. This ensures an easy release after baking—no sticking or tearing.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the lemon cake mix and instant pudding mix. Add the eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat until smooth—about 2 minutes on medium speed. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and zest. That citrus aroma will hit you immediately—it’s like bottling sunshine.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top will be a lovely golden color, with a delicate bounce when pressed lightly.
- Prepare the Topping: While the cake is still warm, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. You want a slightly thick glaze—not too runny. Pour the glaze over the warm cake and let it soak in. This is the step where magic happens. The glaze seeps into the cake, adding a subtle tang and locking in moisture.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool completely in the pan. As it cools, the glaze sets into a glossy finish. Once cooled, slice into squares or bars and serve. For a little extra touch, you can sprinkle with more lemon zest or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg