Italian Lemon Magic Cake
A soft, custard-style cake with a golden crust and bright lemon flavor — like sunshine in every slice.
This dreamy dessert is a tribute to classic Italian baking: simple ingredients, rich flavor, and a texture that melts in your mouth. With a tender dough base, creamy lemon filling, and a golden top, it’s perfect for brunches, tea time, or any moment that calls for a little indulgence.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Dough
1 egg
Zest of 1 lemon
½ cup (125 g) sugar
2½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp (5 g) baking powder
5 oz (140 g) butter, softened
½ tsp salt (optional)
Optional Filling
Sweetened condensed milk + lemon juice (for a soft custard center)
Or add ½ cup cream cheese for extra richness
Instructions:
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