create a lemon cake mix from scratch that uses just a few simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. you can create a moist and flavorful lemon-infused cake that tastes amazing! Whether you choose to bake a classic lemon cake, luscious lemon bars, or delightful lemon cupcakes, this homemade cake mix recipe allows you to customize your cake mix the way you want!
Mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Pour into a gallon sized bag.
In another bowl, mix together the sugar and zest of two lemons. Place into a quart or sandwich sized bag.
Place the smaller bag inside the larger bag and seal. Label and place into the freezer. Mix will freeze for up to two months.
Notes
When you are ready to turn your mix into cake, here are the ingredients and instructions you'll need to prepare it:
¾ cup butter, softened
¾ cup milk (substitutes okay)
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
¼ cup lemon juice
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan or 2 8" round pans
In a large bowl, cream the butter.
Add the milk, eggs, vanilla and lemon juice to the bowl and continue mixing until combined. Add the flour mixture and continue stirring until smooth.
Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch pan or the two 8" inch pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes for the 8" round pans or 25-30 minutes for the 9x13 inch pan.