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Sunshine Cake

A delightful, zesty cake bursting with citrus flavor and a light, airy texture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour your 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest to the butter mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk and mix until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

Serve the cake on its own or with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and whipped cream.