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    Home » Recipes » Dessert » 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake

    September 1, 2021 Cake

    5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake

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    I've got a 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake for all your dessert emergencies. This recipe makes enough to serve four, so you can crush the sugar cravings of a whole family. It's totally awesome.

    Microwave Lemon Cake with text

    As I write this, I'm just back from a whirlwind trip to Liverpool. One of those get there Friday night, completely wear yourself out on Saturday, then go home Sunday morning kind of trips. It was as wonderful as it was exhausting, but I'll happily take the tiredness in exchange for spending time with a couple of truly beautiful souls. To be surrounded by the pure loving energy of these friends was a gift worth nearly any price.

    It was also our first time to be out at a big-ish event since pre-Covid. Though it was a bit weird, I also found it wonderful to be in the presence of other music lovers having a joyful experience. We don't realize how much we can feed off the energy of those around us until we're back in the thick of it. It was like the best parts of church. The community, the love, the singing without any of the judgment or the fear. But now I'm totally drained and will probably need a solid three days to recover.

    Microwave Lemon Cake with lemon curd

    What makes this 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake so awesome?

    But being tired doesn't negate my sugar craving, so I'm sharing this 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake for all your dessert emergencies. This gives you a lovely, light, citrusy sponge cake topped with warm lemon curd in around five minutes total. Lemon always always always makes me happy. It's just so bright and sunny. I can't help but smile.

    You could definitely modify this recipe to highlight lots of other flavors. Just swap out the lemon zest for another fruit or something from the spice cabinet, then get creative with the toppings. Caramel, chocolate syrup, ooh, some Biscoff spread warmed gently until it's just pourable would be awesome. Add a dash of cinnamon instead of the lemon zest. That sounds awesome, right? I'm making that next.

    Microwave Lemon Cake with a lemon slice on top

    How to make 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake

    To make this cake accessible, I use the salted butter I always have sitting out on my counter for toast so I don't have to remember to soften butter. Just use your food scale to measure all the ingredients except for the lemon curd into a mixing bowl, and then use a hand mixer to mix it all together until creamy.

    Then use a rubber spatula to transfer your batter into a smaller mixing bowl. Make sure it's big enough for the cake to rise, though. Use some butter or some non-stick spray on the bowl to help you turn your cake out easier. Pop it in the microwave for three minutes, then let it cool a bit before turning it out onto a plate.

    Spoon some lemon curd into a small microwavable dish and heat it for just about 30 seconds to thin it out about so you can pour it over your cake. This is awesome when it's eaten warm, so don't hesitate to dig in.

    FAQ

    What other flavors of microwave cake could I make?

    Off the top of my head, I'm thinking you could top this with chocolate or caramel syrup, golden syrup, peanut butter, jam, lime curd, orange marmalade, macerated strawberries, cookie butter, chocolate spread, or custard. That should be enough to get you started.

    What if the cake doesn't turn out easily

    Use a butter knife to gently loosen the edges of the cake and ease them away from the sides of the bowl. You can be a little more assertive with this sponge cake. And hey, you're going to top it with some sort of sauce or jam anyway, so don't sweat it.

    Microwave Lemon Cake from above with three lemons

    Magickal Properties of Lemon

    I've read that lemons are associated with the moon, but to me, cooking or baking with lemon will always symbolize sunshine. It's such a bright and joyful flavor. I use it whenever I want to call in some sunny and happy vibes.

    Lemons are also traditionally associated with new beginnings, cutting hexes, and cleansing. (Source: Everyday Magic by Semra Haksever)

    For magickal information on other ingredients in this recipe, check out Kitchen Magick.

    Microwave Lemon Cake slice on a white plate

    No matter how tired you are, there's always time for dessert. Make a 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake anytime you just have to have dessert. Which for me is always.

    Looking for more quick and easy emergency dessert recipes? Try some Nutella Fairy Toast or a Lemon Meringue Fool.

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    5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake

    Microwave Lemon Cake with a lemon slice on top
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    I've got a 5 Minute Microwave Lemon Cake for all your dessert emergencies. This recipe makes enough to serve four, so you can crush the sugar cravings of a whole family. It's totally awesome.

    • Author: Renee Rendall
    • Prep Time: 2
    • Cook Time: 3
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Microwave
    • Cuisine: None
    • Diet: Vegetarian

    Ingredients

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    • 100 grams sugar
    • 100 grams butter, room temperature
    • 100 grams self-rising flour
    • 2 eggs
    • zest of 1 lemon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 4 tablespoons lemon curd

    Instructions

    1. In a medium mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to to combine all ingredients except for the lemon curd. Transfer your batter to a microwave safe bowl. You'll want something about the size of a small mixing bowl or big soup bowl. You may want to butter or spray your bowl if you plan on turning your cake out.
    2. Cook in the microwave for three minutes.
    3. While your cake cools slightly, warm up your lemon curd for about 30 seconds in the microwave.
    4. Pour your lemon curd over your cake and serve warm.

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    1. mia says

      September 24, 2022 at 1:11 am

      great quick and easy

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      • Renee says

        September 30, 2022 at 9:52 am

        Glad you liked the recipe.

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