Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix
1 box instant lemon pudding
⅔ cup oil
3 eggs
⅔ cup water
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp lemon zest
Glaze:
2 cups Powdered sugar
2 tbsp butter, unsalted and melted
2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
¼ cup lemon juice
Pinch of lemon zest
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 350* and grease a 9×13 baking pan
Combine the cake mix, pudding, oil, water, eggs, vanilla and lemon zest and mix together, just until combined
Spread evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, test with a toothpick
Set on wire rack to cool slightly
In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, lemon zest, half of the lemon juice, whipping cream and butter. Add more of the lemon juice until desired thickness
Pour the glaze over the still warm cake.
Let harden slightly before serving.
Enjoy!
This looks like a Lemon Pudding Cake with a tangy glaze! Here are some variations and tips to make it even better.
Variations:
Cake Variations:
- Lighter Version: Use applesauce instead of oil for a lower-fat option.
- Extra Moist: Add ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt for a richer texture.
- Berry Twist: Fold in fresh blueberries or raspberries for added flavor.
- Coconut Lemon Cake: Add ½ cup shredded coconut to the batter.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free yellow cake mix.
Glaze Variations:
- Cream Cheese Glaze: Replace butter with 2 oz softened cream cheese for a thicker, tangy glaze.
- Sweeter Glaze: Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for extra depth.
- Thinner Glaze: Add a little more lemon juice or heavy cream to make it drizzle more easily.
Tips for the Best Lemon Pudding Cake:
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure eggs and butter are at room temperature for even mixing.
- Don’t Overmix: Stir until just combined to keep the cake fluffy.
- Zest First, Then Juice: It’s easier to zest the lemon before cutting it for juice.
- Poke Cake Style: For extra lemon flavor, poke holes in the warm cake and drizzle half the glaze before it cools. Then add the rest when it’s completely cooled.
- Let the Glaze Set: Allow the glaze to slightly harden before slicing for a clean presentation.
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