Lemon Cake

Preheat the oven to 170°C (gas mark 3). In a medium bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar with a whisk. This mixture will form the delicious base of our dessert. Then, add the melted butter and mix well until the ingredients come together into a smooth composition. The melted butter will provide a rich texture and a pleasant taste to the dish.

Prepare a baking tray, measuring 18 x 18 cm or 24 x 14 cm, greasing it with a little grape seed oil; this step is essential to prevent the dough from sticking to the tray. Transfer the formed dough into the tray, ensuring that it is evenly leveled, then gently compact it with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Now, bake this base crust for 15 minutes, until it becomes lightly golden, then remove it from the oven and adjust the temperature to 180°C (gas mark 4).

Meanwhile, in another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and sugar. This mixture will add a hint of fluffiness to the dessert. In a larger bowl, beat the eggs with a mixer for about 2 minutes, until they become frothy and slightly light in color. Gradually incorporate the flour and sugar mixture into the eggs, continuing to mix. Then, add the vanilla extract and lemon juice, which will provide an intense and aromatic flavor. Mix again, ensuring that all ingredients are well combined.

Pour this composition over the already baked crust in the tray, making sure to distribute it evenly. Bake the dessert in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until it becomes golden and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Once ready, let the dessert cool completely in the tray to set well before portioning it.

When fully cooled, cut into portions and serve it plain or, for an added touch of elegance, sift a little powdered sugar on top. This recipe is perfect to be enjoyed alongside a cup of tea or coffee, bringing a touch of joy in every bite.

 Ingredients: For the crust: 250 g white wheat flour, 120 g unrefined powdered sugar, 225 g unsalted butter (82%) melted. For the filling: 4 organic eggs, 180 g unrefined sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 40 g white wheat flour, 150 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.

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