3️⃣ Cream Butter and Sugar

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
2. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4️⃣ Add Lemon Flavor

1. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. The batter may look slightly curdled—this is normal.

5️⃣ Combine Wet and Dry

1. Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with dry ingredients.
2. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.

6️⃣ Bake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top.
2. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

7️⃣ Prepare the Lemon Glaze

1. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
2. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. For extra zing, sprinkle lemon zest on top.

8️⃣ Serve and Enjoy!

1. Slice and serve. Pair with whipped cream or fresh berries for an added touch.

🍋 Recipe Variations

• Lemon Poppy Seed Cake: Stir 2 tbsp poppy seeds into the batter.
• Lemon Blueberry Cake: Fold 1 cup fresh blueberries into the batter before baking.
• Vegan Lemon Cake: Substitute eggs with flax eggs and buttermilk with plant-based milk + lemon juice.