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Lemon Magic Cake Recipe

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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:45 minutes
Total Time:1 hour
Course: Dessert
Servings: 8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 rectangular dish measuring 15 x 25 cm

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh eggs
  • 120 g sugar
  • 125 g melted butter cooled to room temperature
  • 120 g flour
  • 100 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • Zest of one organic lemon
  • 450 ml lukewarm milk

Instructions

  • Grease a 15 x 25 cm cake tin.
  • Separate the egg whites from the yolks into two separate bowls.
    Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form using an electric mixer. Set aside.
  • Beat the egg yolks with the sugar until creamy.
    Add the melted butter and beat again for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the flour and mix gently until the batter is smooth.
  • Add the lemon juice and zest, then pour in the warm milk, stirring well.
  • Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F).
  • Gently and gradually fold in the beaten egg whites using a spatula.
    Mix roughly. Small lumps should remain on the surface.
  • Pour the mixture into your baking pan and bake for about 45 minutes, until the surface is golden brown.
    Baking time may vary slightly depending on your oven; you may need to extend or reduce the baking time by 5 minutes.
  • Then let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.