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4 Ingredient Lemon Cake recipe

4 Ingredient Lemon Cake

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices

Description

A zesty and moist lemon cake made with just 4 pantry ingredientsโ€”perfect for beginner bakers or quick dessert needs!


Ingredients

  • โ€ข 1 3/4 cups self-rising flour
    โ€ข 3/4 cup granulated sugar
    โ€ข 1 cup lemonade (non-carbonated)
    โ€ข 1/4 cup olive oil

Optional Frosting:
โ€ข 1/2 cup unsalted butter
โ€ข 8 oz cream cheese
โ€ข 1 tsp vanilla extract
โ€ข 3โ€“4 cups powdered sugar


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (177ยฐC). Grease and line a 7-inch round cake pan.

  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.

  3. Add lemonade and oil; whisk until smooth and lump-free.

  4. Pour batter into the pan and smooth the surface.

  5. Bake for 40โ€“50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  6. Cool completely. Top with powdered sugar or frosting if desired.


Notes

Use self-rising flour with 3g protein per 1/4 cup. Avoid carbonated or low-sugar lemonade. Optionally frost with cream cheese frosting or lemon glaze.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 153 kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Protein: 2g