If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert that bursts with citrus flavor, this Lemon Cake with Yellow Cake Mix is the perfect choice. It’s incredibly simple to whip up and requires minimal effort while still delivering a delightful taste that everyone will love.
This cake is fluffy, moist, and has a zesty lemony kick that makes it feel like a slice of sunshine. You won’t believe how the combination of a yellow cake mix and fresh lemon juice can create such a refreshing dessert.
Quick and Refreshing Lemon Cake Recipe
This Lemon Cake with Yellow Cake Mix is an effortless and delightful dessert, featuring a light, airy texture and a bright lemon flavor. Topped with a light glaze or frosting, it’s a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, water, vegetable oil, eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with the lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 12 slices
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
