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Cinnamon-Spiced Lemon Drizzle Cake
This delectable cake combines the classic flavors of cinnamon and lemon with a light and fluffy texture for a delicious and unique dessert. The outside is spiced with a hint of cinnamon and the inside is moist and flavorful thanks to the lemon drizzle glaze. The sweet and tangy glaze is the perfect finishing touch to this cake, and it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until each is fully incorporated.
- Add the vanilla and mix to combine. With the mixer on low, slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Add the milk and mix until the batter is smooth. Stir in the lemon zest. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and powdered sugar until smooth. When the cake is finished baking, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top of the cake.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. Enjoy!