Lemon Cake To Kick the bucket

“Lemon Cake to Kick the Bucket” named that way because it’s so good, it’s to die for. This cake is bursting with real lemon flavor, soft in texture, and topped with a tangy lemon glaze that soaks right into the warm cake.

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🍋 Lemon Cake to Kick the Bucket

(Ultra Moist, Real Lemon Flavor, Easy Glaze-Soaked)

👩‍🍳 Yield: 12 servings

⏱ Total Time: 55 minutes (15 min prep, 40 min bake)

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📝 Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened

• 1¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs (room temp)

• Zest of 2 lemons

• ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice

• 2½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk or whole milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Lemon Glaze (soaks into warm cake):

• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

• ¼ cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice

• Optional: 1 tbsp lemon zest

For the Icing Drizzle (optional, extra wow):

• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp lemon juice (until pourable)

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🔪 Instructions

🟡 Step 1: Prep Oven and Pan

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan or a Bundt pan well.

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🟡 Step 2: Make the Cake Batter

1. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together for 3–5 minutes until fluffy.

2. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.

3. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. Add dry ingredients to the wet in three parts, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.

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🟡 Step 3: Bake

1. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.

2. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

3. While the cake is still warm (not hot), poke holes all over the top with a skewer or fork.

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🟡 Step 4: Lemon Glaze Soak

1. Mix together the glaze sugar and lemon juice until sugar dissolves.

2. Slowly pour the glaze over the warm cake, letting it soak into the holes. This makes it ultra moist and tangy.

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🟡 Step 5: Optional Icing Drizzle

1. Once the cake is fully cooled, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth and thick but pourable.

2. Drizzle over the cake for a glossy, sweet finish.

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🍽 To Serve:

Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled. Pairs perfectly with tea, fresh berries, or whipped cream.

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💡 Tips:

• Want extra zing? Add a few drops of lemon extract.

• Using a Bundt pan? Let cool for 15 min before inverting.

• For a lighter version, sub half the butter with Greek yogurt.