Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Lemon Cake to Die for! This moist and tangy cake is a perfect balance of sweetness and citrus that will leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
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For the cake:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 box of instant lemon pudding mix (3.4 oz)
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup oil
- 4 eggs
For the soaking syrup:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the cake: Mix all cake ingredients in a bowl until well combined. Pour into a greased cake pan and bake according to package instructions.
- Make the soaking syrup: In a saucepan, combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, butter, and water. Heat until sugar is dissolved.
- Soak the cake: Once the cake is baked, poke holes all over the top and pour the soaking syrup over it. Let it cool before serving.
Notes
- You can add lemon zest to the cake batter for extra lemon flavor.
- Top the cake with whipped cream or fresh berries for a delightful presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg