Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 package (340g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- Cream cheese or whipped cream for frosting
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour
- Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and lemon juice.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese or whipped cream.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on the amount of frosting added)
Fat: Approx. 20-30g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 60-70g
Protein: Approx. 5-7g
Dish Characteristics:
- Layers of moist cake infused with lemon flavor.
- Chocolate chips add a rich and creamy texture to the cake.
- The frosting adds a smooth and creamy finish.
- Perfect for a special occasion or celebration.
User Comments:
- "This cake was amazing! The combination of lemon and chocolate was a great choice."
- "The cake was very moist and had a great lemon flavor. The frosting was also very good."
- "I made this cake for my birthday and it was a hit! Everyone loved it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to grease and flour the cake pan well to ensure the cake releases easily.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- When baking, be sure to check the cake after 30 minutes to ensure it doesn't overcook. Overcooked cakes can become dry and crumbly.
