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6 Inch Citrus Cake Recipe

A delightful small citrus cake perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Cake Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 6-inch cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and mix well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the lemon and orange zests.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Citrus Cake
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