How to Bake a Lemon Sponge Cake

Baking a lemon sponge cake can be a fun and rewarding experience. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make a delicious lemon sponge cake:

Ingredients: - 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar - 4 large eggs - 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour - 1 tablespoon baking powder - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice - 1 tablespoon lemon zest - 1/2 cup (120ml) milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next one.

4. In a separate mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.

6. Add in the lemon juice and zest and mix until well combined.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.

10. Remove the cake from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite frosting recipe.

Your delicious lemon sponge cake is ready to serve!