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Paul Hollywood’s Favorite One-Bowl Lemon Dessert

This easy one bowl lemon dessert is bright, soft, and full of fresh citrus flavor. Perfect for when you want something simple that still feels special.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp lemon zest

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup whole milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare an 8-inch baking pan.
    Mix melted butter and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
    Add eggs one at a time and whisk well.
    Stir in vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
    Add flour, baking powder, and salt, then mix gently.
    Pour in milk and stir until smooth.
    Transfer batter to pan and spread evenly.
    Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and set.
    Cool completely before slicing and serving.