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The One-Bowl Lemon Snack Cake That Brightens Up My Winter
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5.0 (390)|(2 Reviews)Moist sunshine-bright lemon cake mixed with fresh lemon zest and juice, soaked in a sweet lemon glaze.
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By Molly Adams (Recipe Developer)•Published April 7, 2026
⏱ 1 hr 20 mins
Simply Recipes / Molly Adams🔥 260 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Pure fresh lemon flavor with no artificial lemon extracts.
- The translucent glaze forms a crackly sugar crust.
CITRUS BURST
The One-Bowl Lemon Snack Cake That Brightens Up My Winter
A cheerful pick-me-up cake made in one bowl: fresh lemon zest rubbed into sugar, stirred with yogurt, butter, and eggs, and baked into an 8x8 snacking cake drenched in tart lemon glaze. Difficulty: Easy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time1 hr 20 mins
Servings9 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons & 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter & 2 large eggs & 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups flour & 1 1/2 tsp baking powder & 1/2 tsp salt
- Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar whisked with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Directions
1
Whisk lemon batter
Rub lemon zest into sugar. Whisk in melted butter, eggs, yogurt, and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Fold in flour and baking powder.
2
Bake snack cake
Bake in 8x8 pan at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden.
3
Pour lemon glaze
Pour lemon glaze over warm cake so it soaks in and forms a crackly crust.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Pour the glaze over the cake while it is still warm so the lemon syrup soaks deep into the crumb.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories260 kcal
Protein4g
Carbs38g
Total Fat11g
Sodium: 160mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
