Moist lemon cake

Moist Lemon Cake (Citronmåne) – a classic cake that most people enjoy. Many probably associate citronmåne with the kind you buy at the supermarket or gas station, where the glaze is bright yellow and packed with additives and sugar. But it’s actually really easy to bake this cake yourself—and it tastes so much better than the store-bought version.

It’s super simple and quick to make and can easily be baked the day before and decorated just before serving. I’ve just made a plain white glaze with a bit of lemon juice added. Then I garnish it with grated lemon zest, which gives it a really pretty finish.
Gluten-Free Lemon Cake

I’ve baked this cake in a gluten-free version, where I’ve used almond flour instead of wheat flour. It gives the cake a really unique and delicious texture. The cake is incredibly moist, soft, and perfectly tangy.

If you don’t have almond flour and would rather use regular wheat flour, you can absolutely do that. However, it will no longer be a gluten-free lemon cake.
Lemon Cake Recipe

It’s a wonderfully tangy cake—just like the one you know from the shops. But this one is even more delicious and moist, with loads of lemon flavor. It’s not sour at all, just has a delightful lemony taste.

With my lemon cake recipe, you get a moist cake that stays fresh for several days. It’s perfect if you need to bring cake to your coworkers—you can bake it in the evening, and it’ll still be delicious the next day.
Lemon Cake with Marzipan

I’ve chosen to make my moist lemon cake with marzipan, as marzipan adds such a delicious flavor to the cake. Plus, it also helps keep it extra moist—and that’s always a good thing. It’s best to grate the marzipan instead of adding it in chunks, so it mixes better into the batter and gives the best result.

If you’re into other delicious lemon recipes, try my lemon mousse (citronfromage) or the more unique lemon posset.

Is lemon cake (citronmåne) Danish?
Most people would say that the classic citronmåne is Danish, yes. It’s been baked in Denmark for many years. The well-known store-bought citronmåne has been made by DanCake since 1968.

How long does a lemon cake keep?
You can definitely bake it the day before you need it. It’s so moist and delicious that it will keep well for 2–3 days.

Can it be frozen?
Yes, it can. This is especially handy if you want to use it in a few weeks—you can bake it now and freeze it for later.