Description
Indulge in the light and airy goodness of Lemon Chiffon Cake. This delightful dessert combines fluffy textures with zesty lemon flavors, making it a perfect centerpiece for any occasion. With its bright aroma and refreshing taste, each slice promises a burst of sunshine that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether you enjoy it plain or adorned with frosting and fruit, this cake is bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 5 large eggs (separated)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- Powdered sugar for frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and lightly grease a 10-inch tube pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk egg yolks with oil, water, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry mixture into the yolk mixture, then carefully incorporate the whipped egg whites.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool upside down on a wire rack before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 115mg