German Lightning Cake
This ridiculously easy cake recipe gets its name from the fact that it's quick as lightning to make. When you're in a pinch and need to bake something fast, this recipe for German Lightning Cake is just what you need. Called Blitzkuchen in Germany, this is one of those classic dessert recipes that's been handed down from generation to generation and has earned its reputation as one of the fastest and most delicious cake recipes there is.
Cooking Time20 min
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 cup self rising flour
- 4 eggs
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 pinch sugar
- 1 pinch grated cinnamon
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Cream together the butter, margarine and sugar.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Stir in the flour, then the lemon juice and rind.
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Turn the mixture into a baking pan and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle some sugar and grated cinnamon over the top.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until cake tests done.