Classic Italian Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 12 tablespoons sugar
- 12 tablespoons oil
- 12 tablespoons milk
- 12 tablespoons flour
- Zest and juice of half a lemon
- 11g baking powder
- 20cm cake pan
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease a 20cm cake pan.
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Prepare Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, crack open 3 eggs.
- Add 12 tablespoons of sugar to the eggs and mix until creamy.
- Pour in 12 tablespoons of oil, then add 12 tablespoons of milk, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually sift in 12 tablespoons of flour, stirring to avoid lumps.
- Zest and juice half a lemon, adding both to the batter for a delightful citrus flavor.
- Finally, add 11g of baking powder and mix thoroughly until combined.
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Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes.
- Transfer the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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Optional Finishing Touches:
- Dust the top with powdered sugar for a simple finish.
- For added flavor, consider drizzling a lemon glaze over the cooled cake.
Enjoy this simple yet delicious Italian Cake with 12 Tablespoons, perfect for any occasion!
