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Lemon Coffee Cake: Easy Moist Citrus Breakfast Cake

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Lemon Coffee Cake is a moist and buttery citrus cake featuring fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, a sweet crumb topping, and tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, and special occasions.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For streusel: 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 cup melted butter
  • For glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a baking pan.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time.
  6. Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  7. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
  8. Prepare streusel topping.
  9. Spread batter into pan.
  10. Top with streusel.
  11. Bake 35-40 minutes.
  12. Cool completely.
  13. Prepare glaze and drizzle over cake.
  14. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter.
  • Allow cake to cool before glazing.
  • Add blueberries for variation.
  • Store covered for freshness.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Use room-temperature ingredients.
  • Extra zest enhances flavor.
  • Measure flour accurately.
  • Serve with coffee or tea.

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