I suggest you pull out the eggs and butter and let them sit on your counter because by the time you are done reading this post (yes, I am assuming you actually read my posts ;)) you will need your ingredients at room temperature to make this cake. Because you will want to make this cake. I am telling you right now. It is that good!
And then make sure you remember to make it for Easter. With it’s fresh lemony flavor and gorgeous appearance it is sure to be a star on your holiday table.
Case in point.
Nothing like gorgeous sunny and bright lemons to cheer you up on these drury and long last Winter days. And it works because birds were chirping and the sun came out when I was taking these photos. Totally got me in the mood for Spring. And even more anxious for it.
After these Lemon Burst Cookies, I knew I wasn’t done with lemon desserts. They make you happy just by looking at them and apparently you guys agree with me, judging on the comments and popularity on Pinterest. (btw, thank you so much for all the pins!!!)
I received this bundt pan for Christmas and was really looking forward to using it. I just needed a good occasion and a great recipe. And here it is.
I love the design. A Simple yet striking cake. Add the glaze and you have a perfect dessert for a celebration or holidays.
As Winter is starting to exit our Midwest prairies, I seem to transition from peppermint to lemon tea. I have to say, it really became my afternoon routine. I make a steaming mug of it and enjoy it while I bake or watch reruns of “Brother’s and Sisters” on Netflix. ( So happy they have it, btw!!!)
This cake is based on a simple buttermilk cake batter. I added a zest from the whole lemon (it’s a big cake after all) and topped it with a lemon glaze. Citrus flavor all the way! While the glaze is actually more tarty than sweet (some glazes taste too sweet to me), the cake is not overwhelming in flavor. In my opinion, the two complement each other really well. The crumb is light, the outside slightly crunchy.
For the recipe and instructions, please click the button below.
Are you ready for Spring?
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Hi Darija! I am so glad you want to make the cake! It’s one of my favorites! If you want to substitute the lemon juice for the extract, I am afraid it’s not as potent. Just skip the extract and maybe add more lemon zest. Also, the butter should be softened to room temperature (not melted) before creaming it with sugar. Hope this helps! Let me know how the cake turns out! Thank you!
Ohmygerrd, Anna… This cake is GORGEOUS!
Thank you, Becca!
Beautiful!
Your cake looks beautiful! I was wondering, how do you think this cake would be if I added a vanilla bean to the batter? Too much? I was thinking a lemony-vanilla cake sounds amazing but I like this recipe..
Hi Jamie! Thank you so much for the question. I like the way you are thinking. I think it would be fabulous to add vanilla bean to the batter. But then again I like vanilla.
And it would be better than increasing vanilla extract. Let me know how it turns out! I would love to hear!
Have a wonderful day!
Thank you for your quick reply! I am going to make it for our Easter party this weekend- exactly as your recipe calls + one delectable vanilla bean. I will definitely let you know how it turns out!
I will be making it too for our Easter get-together! How fun! Thanks, Jamie!
I’m baking this one Saturday morning!!
Yay! Let me know how it turns out, Colette!
My husband LOOOOOVES lemon flavoured desserts so this would be a huge hit at my house. I covet your bundt pan – I’ve been wanting to stock up on Nordicware’s gorgeous pans but I have no room to store them ;( Someday I’ll have a house and it’ll be filled with bakeware!
I hear ya! My kitchen is in a serious need of organization with all the bakeware. Thank you, Nancy!
Goodness, you sure are delivering fabulous recipes lately Anna. I am a big lemon lover and this might just be the most beautiful lemon bundt cake that I’ve ever seen! My family always asks me to bring dessert to Easter dinner, and I think this cake might have to make an appearance. My bundt pan isn’t quite as pretty as yours, but I think it’ll do!
Oooh, I hope you will get a chance to make it, Amanda! Thanks so much!
I love lemon anything, so I’m getting ready to make this
But I’m curious…the directions tell me how to make a cup and a half of sour milk, but the recipe only calls for a cup. Can I only make a cup of sour milk (or use a cup of buttermilk) or do I need the other half cup for the recipe?
Thanks!
You are right, Char. All you need is 1 cup of buttermilk or sour milk. Thanks for catching that and let me know how you like the cake! Thanks so much!
What a gorgeous, fresh, inviting cake, Anna!
Thanks, Carol!
So gorgeous! The presentation is just beautiful. And that dripping glaze – SWOON!
The dripping glaze is a must
Thanks, Chung-Ah!
This buddy is GORGEOUS!! Are you totally in love with that pan? I got the same one for Christmas and it quickly became my very favorite. And this cake looks like it could quickly become my favorite! So bright, cheerful and I bet the lemon flavor was amazing. Lovely!
OMG, I love it! I always swoon over yours! Thanks, Kate
You know I love lemon desserts! Your bundt is a beauty, I love the shape of your mold!
It’s my new favorite! Thanks, Laura!
That bunt pan is a beauty. What a pretty cake! I would love a slice of lemon bundt cake with my tea. I am going to have to do something about that soon.
I like the bright colored pics Anna! I need to get some beautiful patterned bundt cakes like this one. Lemon always brights up the table!
Yes it does! Perfect for this Spring! Thank you, Paula
That really is a gorgeous bundt pan! This cake looks so perfect for spring with it’s bright lemony flavors. I need to try it soon, for sure!
Yay! Thanks, Rachel!
Your bundt cake looks absolutely gorgeous! It sounds delicious too
Aww, thank you so much, Rosie!
If a bundt cake could look sexy… this one does it.
Wow.. I love how the icing just drapes down the cake. Gorgeous. 
lol Now that’s a cool review
Thanks, Ramona!
Absolutely stunning. And, you’re right that I now want to make this ASAP.
See! Told you!
Thanks, Anita!
Oh so pretty! You have mastered the art of overhead shots, not to mention how to cook a perfect cake! I love lemon cakes.
Oh my, thank you so much, Holly!
Your cake is beautiful! I have a lot of lemon on my mind, thanks to your lemon burst cookies and now this cake!
So happy to hear that
I hope you don’t mind my citrus temptations! Thanks, Marcie 
Wow, what a beautiful bundt cake! (I need to find that pan mold!) Now if only I had some lemons to go with the butter and eggs I just pulled from the fridge…
lol Thank you, Valerie!
I love all these lemon treats that you are serving!! The cake is just damn gawdgeous!
Yay! Thanks, Kate!
This is one gorgeaous cake and I am a sucker for lemon anything when it comes to sweets!!
Me too! Thanks, Cathy!
This is seriously such a gorgeous cake! Who doesn’t love lemon flavored anything this time of year!!
Thank you so much! It’s my new favorite bundt pan