Glazed Lime Cake

Vegetarian
Glazed Lime Cake
180 min.
9
378kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing zest of our Glazed Lime Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweetness with a tangy citrus twist. This vegetarian treat is not only visually appealing with its vibrant glaze, but it's also a wonderful way to bring the essence of summer into your kitchen any time of the year. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress.

With its light and fluffy texture, this cake comes together easily using simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. The combination of butter, eggs, and self-rising flour creates a soft crumb, while the freshly squeezed lime juice and grated peel infuse each bite with a burst of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds. As the cake bakes, the intoxicating aroma of lime fills your home, creating an irresistible invitation for your guests to gather around.

The finishing touch—an exhilarating glaze made from lime syrup and powdered sugar—adds a glossy shimmer and enhances the cake's citrusy profile. Serve it as a charming end to a dinner party or enjoy a slice with your afternoon tea. Regardless of the occasion, this Glazed Lime Cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, offering a delightful experience for both the eyes and the palate. So why wait? Dive into a slice of sunshine and elevate your dessert game!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter room temperature ()
  • large eggs room temperature
  • large lime 
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • 2.5 cups powdered sugar divided
  • 1.3 cups self raising flour 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour8-inch square baking pan. Using electricmixer, cream butter and 11/2 cups powderedsugar in large bowl. Beat in eggs 1 at atime. Beat in milk, then flour.
  2. Transferbatter to prepared pan; smooth top.
  3. Bakecake until tester inserted into center comesout clean, about 35 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, finely grate enough limepeel to measure 1 tablespoon. Halve limes;squeeze enough juice to measure 1/4 cup.
  5. Mix peel, juice, and 1/4 cup sugar in smallbowl. Set lime syrup aside.
  6. Using skewer, poke holes all overbaked cake. Spoon half of lime syrup (about3 tablespoons) over hot cake. Cool.
  7. Whisk 1 cup powdered sugar intoremaining lime syrup; drizzle over cake.
  8. Let stand 1 hour.
  9. Cut cake into squares.
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories378kcal
Protein4.26%
Fat39.57%
Carbs56.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.57
Glycemic Load
13.07
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.9447826043419%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
6.4mg
Naringenin
0.51mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:377.96kcal
18.9%
Fat:16.97g
26.11%
Saturated Fat:10.25g
64.03%
Carbohydrates:54.2g
18.07%
Net Carbohydrates:53.34g
19.4%
Sugar:38.83g
43.15%
Cholesterol:82.82mg
27.61%
Sodium:141.38mg
6.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.11g
8.21%
Selenium:11.37µg
16.25%
Vitamin A:551.52IU
11.03%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.64%
Phosphorus:54.03mg
5.4%
Vitamin C:4.33mg
5.25%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.18%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.44%
Fiber:0.86g
3.45%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.3%
Folate:13.09µg
3.27%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.79%
Calcium:27.18mg
2.72%
Copper:0.05mg
2.71%
Iron:0.48mg
2.65%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.44%
Magnesium:8.05mg
2.01%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.98%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.9%
Potassium:64.52mg
1.84%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.84%
Vitamin K:1.52µg
1.45%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious