One-Bowl Lemon Dessert: Paul Hollywood’s Favorite
If you’re craving a dessert that’s both effortless and bursting with vibrant flavor, look no further than This One-Bowl Lemon Dessert: Paul Hollywood’s Favorite. This easy lemon cake is perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive family gatherings. Made with simple ingredients like fresh lemon juice and zest, this delightful treat adds a refreshing citrus kick that will brighten anyone’s day. Plus, it’s a one-bowl recipe, making cleanup quick and easy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While baking, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice to prepare the glaze.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake once cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg