Description
A delightful combination of citrus tang and sweet crumbly texture, perfect for brunch or a cozy afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the sour cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl for the topping.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the brown sugar mixture over it, add the remaining batter, and finish with the rest of the brown sugar mixture. Add nuts if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg