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Lemon Sheet Cake

Lemon Sheet Cake

This Lemon Sheet Cake is a delightful treat bursting with citrus flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this fluffy cake topped with a sweet glaze will surely satisfy your sweet cravings. Try it tonight and enjoy every bite!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box vanilla or lemon cake mix dry mix, do not make cake according to package directions
  • 1/4 cup instant lemon pudding mix
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice more can be used if a thinner glaze is desired
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Oven
  • Chef's Knife
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. 1. Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and prepare a 9×13 inch cake pan using non-stick spray.
  2. 2. In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix, instant lemon pudding mix, lemon juice, eggs, and melted butter. Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer to mix the ingredients until they are fully combined.
  3. 3. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing it out with a spatula. The batter will be thick and fluffy, so make sure it’s evenly spread out.
  4. 4. Bake for 20 minutes and check for doneness using a toothpick. If it comes out clean, you’re ready to go.
  5. 5. Once fully baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  6. 6. While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  7. 7. Once the cake has cooled completely, pour the glaze over the cake in the pan or remove it and place it on a serving tray.
  8. 8. Garnish with fresh lemon slices if desired and serve.

Notes

  • Tip 1: You can cover the cake in foil or use a cake pan lid, and the cake will last about a week at room temperature.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the cake as well by wrapping it in cellophane, it will keep in the freezer for about 3 months.
  • Tip 3: The leftovers taste best when reheated in the microwave for about 15 seconds so the sweet glaze can soften.