Lady bird johnson’s lemon cake

Lady Bird Johnson’s Lemon Cake is a classic recipe known for its refreshing citrus flavor. Here’s how you can prepare it:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 eggs

For the glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer or a stand mixer, beat on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs until well combined.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until the batter is smooth and well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

1. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
2. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and place it on a wire rack. While it’s still warm, poke several holes on the surface of the cake using a toothpick or a fork.
3. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
4. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before serving.
5. Once the cake has cooled, you can cut it into slices and serve.

Lady Bird Johnson’s Lemon Cake is a delightful treat that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy!