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Lemon Sour Cream Sheet Cake

Lemon Sour Cream Sheet Cake: The Best Easy Recipe for Joyful Baking

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A delightful lemon sour cream sheet cake that's incredibly easy to make and sure to bring joy to your baking.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a sheet cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
  • Feel free to top with lemon glaze or powdered sugar before serving.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg