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Moist Lime Cake

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A juicy, tangy lime cake with a moist crumb and fresh lime zest and juice that delivers a perfect balance of tart and sweet. This easy homemade cake is refreshing and crowd-pleasing, ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • Zest of 2 medium limes
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) fresh lime juice
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (for glaze)
  • Pinch of salt (optional, for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lime zest and vanilla extract.
  5. Add dry ingredients in three parts alternately with milk and lime juice, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Fold gently until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool cake in pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
  8. Whisk powdered sugar and lime juice together until smooth for the glaze. Adjust consistency as needed.
  9. Once cake is cooled, drizzle glaze evenly over the top and let it drip down the sides.
  10. Allow glaze to set for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid a tough crumb. Fresh lime zest and juice are essential for bright flavor. Glaze the cake only after it has cooled to prevent melting. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and milk with almond or oat milk.

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