Ingredients 

• 4 eggs
• 1 cup sugar
• Juice & zest of 1 lemon
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4/5 cup milk
• 4 tsp baking powder
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

Step-by-Step Instructions 

 Step 1: Beat the Eggs & Sugar

• Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl.
• Add the sugar.
• Beat with a whisk or mixer for 3–4 minutes until light, pale, and slightly fluffy.

 This helps make the cake soft and airy.

 Step 2: Add Lemon Flavor

• Grate the lemon zest carefully.
• Squeeze the lemon juice.
• Add both to the egg mixture.

 The zest gives the cake a strong fresh lemon aroma.

 Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients

• Pour in the vegetable oil and milk.
• Mix slowly until smooth and fully combined.

 Do not overmix.

 Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients

• In another bowl, combine:
  • flour
  • baking powder
• Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
• Stir gently until the batter becomes smooth with no dry flour left.

 The batter should be thick but pourable.

 Step 5: Prepare the Pan

• Grease a loaf pan with oil or butter.
• Lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.

 Step 6: Bake the Cake

• Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• Bake at 170°C (340°F) for about 40–45 minutes.

 The cake is ready when:

• the top is golden
• a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean

 Step 7: Cool & Serve

• Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan.
• Slice and enjoy with tea or coffee 

Quick Q&A 

Can I use butter instead of oil?

Yes  Melted butter works well too.

How do I make it extra lemony?

Add a little extra lemon zest on top after baking.

Can beginners make this?

Absolutely  This is one of the easiest homemade cakes.