Chec with Lemon and Nucsoara
Ingredients: -3 eggs -2 cups sugar (1 cup=250 g sugar) -1 cup oil -1.5 cups milk -juice from 1 lemon -1 teaspoon grated lemon peel -2 cups flour -1/2 teaspoon nutmeg -1 teaspoon baking powder -1/2 teaspoon salt All ingredients are measured with the same cup.
To create a lemon-flavored cake, start by preparing all the necessary ingredients. You will need 4 fresh eggs, 200 g sugar, 250 ml milk, 100 ml oil, the juice and grated zest of one lemon, 300 g flour, a teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 10 g baking powder. Make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
In a large bowl, begin to whisk the eggs with the sugar using a mixer. Beat the mixture for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes frothy and light in color. This will allow air to enter the mixture, giving the cake a fluffy texture. Once you have achieved the desired consistency, add the milk, oil, lemon juice, and grated zest. Continue mixing at medium speed until all ingredients are well incorporated and you achieve a smooth and homogeneous mixture.
In another bowl, sift the flour together with the baking powder and nutmeg. This step is essential to avoid lumps in the dough and to ensure an even distribution of ingredients. After mixing the dry ingredients, gradually add them to the wet mixture, stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix; just combine the ingredients until you no longer see streaks of flour.
Once you have a uniform dough, prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Carefully pour the mixture into the pan, making sure to distribute it evenly. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and place the pan in the heated oven. Let the cake bake for 40-50 minutes, but remember to check it from time to time. You can do the toothpick test: if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
When the cake is baked and has a nice golden color, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 20 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and place it on a rack to cool completely. Finally, dust it with powdered sugar or decorate it according to your preferences, perhaps with lemon slices or a lemon glaze. This fragrant cake is perfect for a snack or dessert, bringing a touch of freshness to every slice. Enjoy it alongside a cup of tea or coffee and cherish the moments spent with loved ones!
