Portillo's Lemon Cake

This Portillo's lemon cake is a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors makes it a crowd-pleaser, and it's surprisingly easy to make!

Portillo's Lemon Cake

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
15g
Protein
4g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Whisk Cake pan Cake tester or toothpick

Tools

Oven Mixer

Serving suggestions

Serve the lemon cake with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of fresh berries for a beautiful presentation.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of lemon flavor, try adding a lemon glaze on top of the cooled cake.

Cost

$10