Best 5 Lemon Balm Cake Recipes

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Are you looking for a delectable treat that combines the refreshing taste of lemon with the comforting warmth of cake? Look no further than lemon balm cake, a delightful confection that tantalizes the taste buds with its zesty citrus flavor and moist, tender crumb. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating this culinary masterpiece. We'll explore different recipes, discuss the essential ingredients, and provide tips and tricks to ensure your lemon balm cake turns out perfectly every time. Get ready to embark on a baking journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON BALM BUNDT CAKE



Lemon Balm Bundt Cake image

Lemon Balm Bundt Cake is moist with a delicate herbal citrus flavor. Surprise your friends with this unique cake made with a fresh garden herb.

Provided by Renee Dobbs

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh lemon balm leaves
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (at room temperature)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk (at room temperature)
Confectioners sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease and flour one 6-cup or two 3-cup bundt pans.
  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Cream butter, lemon balm, and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs and vanilla, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add flour mixture in three additions, alternately with buttermilk in two additions, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not over-mix.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan(s).
  • If using one 6-cup pan, bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • If using two 3-cup pans, bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool cake in the pan; 10 minutes for 6-cup or 5 minutes for 3-cup pans. Remove cake from pan(s) and cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Dust top with confectioners sugar if desired. You can also garnish with fresh lemon balm leaves.

LEMON BALM BREAD



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This moist quick bread tastes best the day after it's made. Lemon balm is a lovely addition to both the batter and glaze.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped lemon balm leaves
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
GLAZE:
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped lemon balm leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and lemon balm. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in walnuts if desired and lemon zest. Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean., In a small bowl, whisk the sugar, water and lemon juice; stir in lemon balm. Spoon over warm bread while still in the pan. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE



Lemon drizzle cake image

It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?

Provided by Tana Ramsay

Categories     Afternoon tea, Treat

Time 45m

Yield Cuts into 10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 7

225g unsalted butter, softened
225g caster sugar
4 eggs
225g self-raising flour
1 lemon, zested
1½ lemons, juiced
85g caster sugar

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4.
  • Beat together the butter and caster sugar until pale and creamy, then add the eggs, one at a time, slowly mixing through.
  • Sift in the self-raising flour, then add the lemon zest and mix until well combined.
  • Line a loaf tin (8 x 21cm) with greaseproof paper, then spoon in the mixture and level the top with a spoon.
  • Bake for 45-50 mins until a thin skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
  • While the cake is cooling in its tin, mix together the lemons juice and caster sugar to make the drizzle.
  • Prick the warm cake all over with a skewer or fork, then pour over the drizzle - the juice will sink in and the sugar will form a lovely, crisp topping.
  • Leave in the tin until completely cool, then remove and serve. Will keep in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 33 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

LEMON BALM CAKE



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An old Finnish recipe that produces a delicate, slightly crumbly cake with a lovely, mild lemon flavour. This is the original recipe - I sometimes add 1/2 ts of lemon extract and 1 ts of vanilla for deeper flavour.

Provided by stormylee

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

250 g butter, at room temperature
250 g sugar
4 eggs
1/2 lemon, juice of
130 g all-purpose flour
120 g potato starch
1 teaspoon baking powder
100 ml chopped fresh lemon balm

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 165 C; grease and flour a 1 1/2 litre cake pan.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add lemon juice, stir to combine.
  • In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, potato starch and baking powder; sift the flour mixture onto the butter mixture, stir to combine.
  • Add chopped lemon balm, stir to combine.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the cake tests done.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for a while; after inverting the cake, rinse the cake pan, dry it and place back on the cake. Allow the covered cake to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.4, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 115, Sodium 178.6, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 21.4, Protein 4.1

LEMON WOW CAKE



Lemon Wow Cake image

The surprise ingredient tarragon puts the 'wow' in this cake. Both kids and adults love it - people are always asking me for this unique, irresistible recipe!

Provided by Julie

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant coconut cream pudding mix
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 cup lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage
⅓ cup lemon juice
4 eggs
⅔ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and pudding mix. Crumble the dried tarragon into a fine powder and mix with the cake and pudding mixture. Make a well in the center and pour in lemon-lime soda, lemon juice, eggs and oil. Beat on low speed until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 62.9 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 394.7 mg, Sugar 24.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest lemon balm possible. The more fragrant the lemon balm, the better the cake will taste. If you can, use lemon balm that has been freshly picked from your garden.
  • Do not over-mix the batter. Over-mixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix the batter only until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. The cake can also be frozen for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Lemon balm cake is a delicious and refreshing cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its light and fluffy texture, zesty lemon flavor, and hint of mint, lemon balm cake is sure to be a hit!

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