Easy Lemon Lover's Bundt Cake

Easy Lemon Lover's Bundt Cake
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    163

A zesty, vibrant Bundt cake that captures the essence of lemon in every bite. Inspired by the iconic Starbucks lemon cake, this recipe is a delightful balance of tangy and sweet, perfect for any occasion.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    41 g
  • Cholesterol
    82 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    451 mg
  • Sugar
    19 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a fluted tube cake pan. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, sour cream, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, lemon pudding mix, lemon zest, poppy seeds, and lemon extract. Using an electric mixer, blend on low speed for 1 minute to combine. Increase the speed to medium and beat for 3 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (45 minutes)

05

Step

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. This allows the cake to firm up slightly. (10 minutes)

06

Step

After 10 minutes, tap the pan firmly a few times, then gently shake it to loosen the cake from the sides. Place the wire rack over the pan and invert to release the cake onto the rack. (2 minutes)

07

Step

Allow the cake to cool completely on the wire rack before glazing or serving. (60 minutes)

For an extra burst of lemon flavor, consider making a simple lemon glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing and a more even bake.
Don't overbake the cake, as this can dry it out. Check for doneness with a toothpick test starting at 40 minutes.
Adding a tablespoon of lemon zest to the batter amplifies the lemon flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 54 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Syble Christiansenbosco

    I didn't have lemon extract, but it still turned out great without it.

  • Brendon Wilderman

    I added a lemon glaze as suggested and it was the perfect finishing touch!

  • Trystan Muller

    The lemon flavor is spot-on. It really does taste like Starbucks' Lemon Cake!

  • Marty Herzog

    The poppy seeds add a nice texture and visual appeal to the cake.

  • Blanca Tillman

    Be careful not to overbake. Mine was a little dry, so I'll check it earlier next time.

  • Esther Pfeffer

    This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.

  • Kailee Kuhn

    I used lime zest instead of lemon and it was delicious! A great way to change it up.

  • Kiel Walsh

    This cake is so easy to make and tastes amazing! My family devoured it in one day.

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