Italian Grandma’s Lemon Custard Cake – The Best Classic Recipe
A delightful and classic recipe for Italian Grandma’s Lemon Custard Cake that brings joy in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Gradually add milk and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes or until the cake is set and golden.
- Let it cool before serving.
Notes
- Serve with whipped cream for added richness.
- Keep refrigerated for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg