Description
Bright, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor, this Lemon Custard Cake is the perfect light dessert for any season. A tender, buttery crust holds a silky smooth lemon custard that’s equal parts sweet and tangy. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast treats, easy dessert ideas, or a crowd-pleasing holiday cake, this easy recipe is a go-to. It’s perfect for brunch tables, dinner parties, or anytime you need a refreshing and elegant treat. Save this healthy-ish snack on your list of must-try food ideas!
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a springform or tart pan.
2. In a bowl, combine flour, softened butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix until crumbly and press into the bottom of the pan to form a crust.
3. Bake crust for 12–15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and slightly thick.
5. Add milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt to the egg mixture. Stir until smooth.
6. Pour the custard mixture over the cooled crust.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until center is set but still slightly jiggly.
8. Let cake cool completely at room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
9. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with lemon slices or mint if desired.
10. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor – bottled won’t do it justice.
A springform pan makes it much easier to release the cake cleanly after chilling.
For a smoother custard, strain the mixture before pouring it over the crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: lemon dessert, lemon cake, custard cake, easy recipe, summer dessert