Barbarakuchen(German Lemon Cake)

Prep: 15 min Cook: 75 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: German

Barbarakuchen is a delightful German lemon cake that's rich in buttery flavor and has a refreshing citrus twist. With its moist texture and subtle sweetness, it’s perfect for afternoon tea or as a light dessert. This cake is ideal for lemon lovers and those seeking a taste of German baking.

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Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 sticks butter or margarine
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 3/4 c. cornstarch
  • 3/4 to 1 c. flour
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 cap full lemon extract

Instructions

  1. Mix the butter until smooth; slowly add the sugar, eggs, and the mixture of flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
  2. Add the lemon extract.
  3. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
  4. Bake for 60 to 75 minutes in a 350° oven.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

551 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.9g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 75.4g 27% DV
Fiber 2.1g 7% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 2725.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 229.3mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 1536.3mg 100% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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