Image Credit : Mama’s Cooking Recipes
#### Ingredients
– 3 large eggs
– 12 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 12 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 12 tablespoons milk
– 12 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– Zest and juice of half a lemon
– 11g (about 2 teaspoons) baking powder
– Optional: powdered sugar or lemon glaze for topping
#### Equipment
– 20cm (8-inch) cake pan
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Sifter
– Spatula
### Instructions
#### Preheat the Oven
1. **Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).**
#### Prepare the Batter
2. **Mix Eggs and Sugar:**
– In a mixing bowl, crack open 3 large eggs.
– Add 12 tablespoons of granulated sugar to the eggs.
– Mix the eggs and sugar together using a whisk or an electric mixer until they are well combined and have a creamy consistency.
3. **Add Oil and Milk:**
– Pour in 12 tablespoons of vegetable oil and mix it into the egg and sugar mixture.
– Add 12 tablespoons of milk to the mixture and continue mixing until well combined.
4. **Incorporate Flour:**
– Sift in 12 tablespoons of all-purpose flour gradually while stirring to avoid lumps. Mixing gradually helps create a smooth batter.
5. **Add Lemon Zest and Juice:**
– Zest half a lemon and juice it.
– Add the lemon zest and juice to the batter for a lovely citrus flavor. Mix well to incorporate.
6. **Add Baking Powder:**
– Finally, add 11g of baking powder to the batter.
– Mix thoroughly to ensure the baking powder is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
#### Prepare the Cake Pan
7. **Grease the Cake Pan:**
– Grease a 20cm (8-inch) cake pan with butter or oil, and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.
– Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
#### Bake the Cake
8. **Bake in Preheated Oven:**
– Place the cake pan in the preheated oven.
– Bake at 180°C (356°F) for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
#### Cool and Serve
9. **Cool the Cake:**
– Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
– After 10 minutes, transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. **Optional Topping:**
– You can dust the top of the cooled cake with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a lemon glaze for extra flavor.
11. **Slice and Enjoy:**
– Slice the cake and enjoy your simple and delicious Italian Cake with 12 Tablespoons!
### Tips for Best Results
– **Accurate Measurements:** Ensure all tablespoon measurements are level for consistent results.
– **Mixing:** Mix the ingredients thoroughly but avoid overmixing to ensure a tender cake.
– **Cooling:** Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure.
Enjoy your homemade Italian cake!
