Easy Lemon Loaf Cake with Cardamom Whipped Cream and Fresh Strawberries

1 hour 20 mins    Cakes This soft, tender lemon loaf is bursting with citrusy flavor from fresh lemons and a texture that's moist and light. Lightly sweetened and perfectly moist, it’s topped with a dreamy whipped cream infused with cardamom and vanilla, then finished with a fresh strawberries and lemon topping for a vibrant, elegant touch. This cake also tastes just as delicious without the frosting easy to put together! Yields: 1 loaf cake Prep time: 20 minutes

Bake time: 60 minutes

Total time: 1h 20 mins hours Contains: Dairy, Gluten Free from: Meat, Seafood Vegan alternatives: N/A

Ingredients

Loaf

• 250 g all-purpose flour (app. 2 cups)

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/3 cups oil (70 g)

• Zest of 3 lemons

• 3 tablespoons of lemon juice

• 1 cup sugar (200 g)

• 3 large eggs

• 3/4 cup sour cream

Whipped Cream (optional)

• 1/2 cup whipping cream

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence

• 1/2 teaspoon crushed cardamom seeds

Toppings (optional)

• 6 strawberries, sliced

• 1 lemon slice cut into quarters

Method

1. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 320°F (175°C).

2. In a bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, oil, zest of 3 lemons, and the juice of 1 lemon.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing between each addition.

5. Stir in the sour cream.

6. Add the dry ingredients and gently fold to combine.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.

8. If frosting, whisk together all the whipped cream ingredients until stiff peaks form. Spoon or pipe onto the cake. Garnish with strawberries and lemon slices.

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