Delicious Lemon Cake for Bright Winter Days

Start by preheating your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit). Grease a round cake pan with butter and lightly dust it with flour.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat them together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which takes about 3-5 minutes.

Next, add the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each one is incorporated fully before adding the next. Then, mix in the lemon juice and zest, which adds a delightful citrus flavor to the cake.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Place it in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. Start by beating the softened butter in a small bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well to avoid lumps.
Finally, stir in the lemon juice until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the lemon frosting generously over the top and sides using a spatula.
Decorate as desired and serve to your friends and family, sharing a slice of this citrusy delight that is sure to brighten your winter days!