My Grandma Made This Every Spring When

 My Grandma Made This Every Spring When the Lemons Were Fresh

Description:
A soft, bright lemon cake that tastes like spring in every bite. My grandma used to bake it every year when lemons were at their best—simple, homemade, and impossible to resist.

 Ingredients:

For the cake:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 2 tsp baking powder
• Zest of 1–2 lemons
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp lemon juice
• Optional: extra lemon zest for topping

 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease or line a baking pan.
2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
4. Stir in milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
5. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until smooth.
7. Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 25–35 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Let it cool completely.

 Glaze:

1. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth.
2. Drizzle over cooled cake.
3. Sprinkle a little lemon zest on top for extra flavor.

Serving:

Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature. Perfect for spring gatherings, tea time, or potlucks