Lemon Custard Cake
Lemon custard cake is also known as ‘Torta de Santiago’ in Spain and is a traditional dessert from the region of Galicia.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Lemon Custard Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a mixing 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 lemon zest and juice.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
