Description

Lemon Custard Cake

This Lemon Custard Cake is the perfect combination of a zesty lemon cake and creamy homemade custard. Light and fragrant, it’s ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner or just want a sweet treat. The balance of tart lemon and sweet custard will delight lemon lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

For the Cake:
1 egg
½ cup (80g) sugar
⅓ cup (80ml) sunflower oil
Zest of 1 lemon
1½ cups (180g) flour
1 tsp (5g) baking powder
3 tbsp (40ml) milk
For the Custard Filling:
1 egg yolk
4 tbsp (50g) sugar
1 tsp (8g) vanilla sugar
2 tbsp (30g) corn starch
1 cup (240ml) milk
Juice of ½ lemon

Directions:
1. Make cake batter: Mix egg, sugar, oil, lemon zest, flour, baking powder, and milk. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 min.
2. Make custard: Combine yolk, sugar, vanilla, corn starch, milk. Cook till thick; add lemon juice.
3. Assemble: Spread custard on cooled cake. Dust with powdered sugar.

Prep Time: 20 min
Kcal: 250