How to Make a Lemon Cake

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit or 175° Celsius.

   Allow the lemons to boil for about 15 minutes.,, Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth, taking about 2 minutes.
   
   Set aside., Blend with an electric mixer for about 3-4 minutes., Blend again until well-combined., In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and remaining salt., Carefully blend in the flour mixture by slowing pouring it in, mixing on low speed.
   
   Combine the buttermilk in with the cake batter and blend until there are no more flour streaks.,,,,, Spread frosting, icing, lemon syrup, ice cream, or a lemon sauce over the cake before serving.
   
   You can also garnish with topping such as sour candies, fresh fruit, lemon wedges, and/or chocolate chips.
   
   Enjoy!
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   Step 2: Grease and flour a round 9-inch cake pan.

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   Step 3: Place the lemon slices in a mediums-sized saucepan and add the water.

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   Step 4: Sprinkle in the salt an boil the mixture on high until the lemons are tender.

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   Step 5: Drain the lemons into a colander and allow the lemons to cool for about 5 minutes.

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   Step 6: Blend the lemons with the lemon juice into a food processor.

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   Step 7: In a separate large bowl

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   Step 8: cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

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   Step 9: Fold in the vanilla extra and crack in the eggs.

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    Step 10: Whisk the dry ingredients.

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    Step 11: Slowly fold in the flour mixture along with the buttermilk.

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    Step 12: Add in the lemon mixture and mix again until properly combined.

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    Step 13: Scrape the cake batter into the cake pan using a rubber spatula.

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    Step 14: Bake the cake for about 35-40 minutes until it has fully baked and is golden brown.

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    Step 15: Allow the cake to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before serving.

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    Step 16: Serve.

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