Description
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add dry to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 40 minutes, Total Time: 55 minutes, Kcal: 320 per serving, Servings: 8
