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Limoncello Cake Recipe

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This Limoncello Cake is a refreshing and indulgent treat, delivering a perfect balance of moist, fluffy texture and bright lemon flavor. The cake is enhanced with a delightful limoncello glaze that makes every bite even more irresistible.

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup canola oil or vegetable oil

1 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons limoncello

1 cup sour cream (full fat, room temperature)

2 eggs (room temperature)

1 tablespoon lemon zest

½ teaspoon lemon extract or vanilla extract

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

2 to 3 drops yellow food coloring (optional)

1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)

2 to 3 tablespoons limoncello (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray and line it with parchment paper. Set it aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the canola oil, granulated sugar, sour cream, limoncello, lemon zest, eggs, lemon extract (if using), vanilla extract, and yellow food coloring (if using).
  4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack. Allow it to cool completely before adding the glaze.
  8. Prepare the limoncello glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and limoncello until smooth. If the glaze is too thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time. If it's too thick, add more limoncello, one teaspoon at a time.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a stronger lemon flavor, add an extra tablespoon of lemon zest to the batter.
  • Instead of limoncello, you can use lemon vodka or another citrus-flavored liqueur for a different twist.
  • The glaze can be swapped for a lemon glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice.
  • If you prefer, you can add poppy seeds to the batter for added texture and flavor.

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