Easy Lemon Dessert
A simple and delightful lemon dessert with a perfect balance of sweet and tart, reminiscent of summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Mix the melted butter and sugar until well combined.
- Add in the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until smooth.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Merge the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, serve dusted with powdered sugar or topped with whipped cream and fresh berries. Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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