Lesley’s lemon cake recipe

Lesley’s Lemon Cake recipe

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Introducing Lesley's Lemon Cake Recipe, a delightful treat that is sure to brighten up any occasion. This recipe is crafted with love and expertise, resulting in a moist and tangy lemon cake that will leave you craving for more. With its perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy flavors, this cake is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you are celebrating a special event or simply indulging in a sweet treat, Lesley's Lemon Cake is the perfect choice.

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Lesley's lemon cake recipe details

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Ingredients

Fine dry bread crumbs

1-1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon double acting baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 stick butter, melted

1 cup sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup milk

4 Tablespoons lemon extract

Grated rind of 2-3 lemons

1/2 cup blanched almonds, finely ground

Ingredients for Glaze

1/3 cup + 2 Tablespoons sugar

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

Place oven rack 1/3 up from bottom, preheat to 350 degrees.

Butter 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Dust with fine breadcrumbs. Do not use non-stick pan, black metal or glass. Use aluminum, preferably heavyweight.

Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. In large bowl of electric mixer, beat together butter and sugar. On low speed, add eggs one at a time. Mix well.

Stir in dry ingredients alternately with milk and lemon extract. Stir in rind and almonds. It will be a thin mixture. Pour into pan. Bake 65-75 minutes. Test. A crack or two will form on the top while baking. Just before cake is done, prepare glaze

Glaze:In a sauce pan, dissolve sugar in lemon juice. Do not boil.

Allow cake to stand 2-3 minutes. Then, with a brush, very gradually apply hot glaze (5 minutes). Let it stand until tepid but not completely cool. Gently invert cake and then turn right side up. Cool on rack Wrap in plastic wrap or foil Let it stand for 12-24 hours before serving. Can be placed in freezer for 2 hours or in refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.