Lemon Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp lemon zest
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the lemon glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Mix in the milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. To make the lemon glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
10. Once the cake is cooled, pour the glaze over the top of the cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Optional: You can add some frosting of your choice or some fresh fruits to enhance the cake.