Limoncello Cake
This Limoncello Cake is a zesty, moist dessert infused with the bright flavors of Italian lemon liqueur, offering a perfect balance of tangy and sweet in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup limoncello liqueur
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
- Stir in limoncello, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cool, dust the top with powdered sugar and optionally drizzle additional limoncello before serving.
Notes
For an extra decadent touch, serve with whipped cream or a lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/limoncello-cake/