LEMON YEAST CAKE FROM KING ARTHUR

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A nice light cake to serve with all the fresh strawberries and raspberries that come with Spring Gardens. I've certainly guessed at serving size but it turns out a 10" cake

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 10, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 warm milk
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 eggs
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Grease a 10" tube pan.
  • Cake:.
  • Combine 3/4 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt.
  • Combine warm milk and melted butter, gradually add to flour mixture, mixing for 2 minutes.
  • Add eggs, remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, and zest.
  • Beat vigorously for 2 minutes.
  • Spread dough evenly into pan.
  • over, let rise for 1 hour.
  • Towards the end of the cake's rising time, preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Syrup:.
  • Combine sugar and water in saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Simmer for about 10 minutes, until the syrup thickens.
  • Add lemon juice and remove from heat.
  • Bake cake for 22-25 minutes, until tester inserted into center comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven.
  • Brush half syrup over cake and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Turn out onto a rack set over parchment or a pan.
  • Brush remaining syrup over newly exposed bottom crust.
  • Turn cake right side up onto plate and cool completely.
  • Serve with whipped cream and berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.5, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 131.2, Sodium 184.7, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 25.6, Protein 7.2

Insan Islam
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the hint of lemon in it.


Abdullah Zulfiqar
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Thabang Tman
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This cake is the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Lizu Akter
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I made this cake for my son's birthday party and it was a huge hit. The kids loved it!


Ibraahim Shiikh
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This cake is the perfect dessert for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport.


Sana Naz
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I love the glaze on this cake. It gives it a beautiful shine and a delicious crunch.


Arifin sultan pollob
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This cake is the perfect combination of sweet and tart. It's sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering.


Junior Divine
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but this cake changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor is just perfect.


Kiran Haneef
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Unarine Managa
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This cake is so easy to make. I was able to whip it up in no time.


Ali Hamza Bhatti
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I love that this cake is not too sweet. It's the perfect dessert for after a heavy meal.


Riyan Hasan Rana
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover lemons. I always have a few lemons on hand and this cake is a great way to use them up before they go bad.


Delphine Moranga
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best lemon cake she had ever eaten.


Mercy Mathara
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The lemon flavor is perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Apryl Bruso
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I was a bit skeptical about using yeast in a cake, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The yeast gives the cake a wonderful light and airy texture.


Charlie Simpson
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive.


Md shamim Hossen
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This cake was a hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved the bright citrus flavor and the moist, fluffy texture. It was the perfect dessert for a summer potluck.