Glazed Lime Cake
Limes are a great source of vitamin C and are often used in desserts for their tangy flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Glazed Lime Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lime zest and lime juice.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
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Let the glaze set for about 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
- Sugars 36g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
