RecipesMauritiusGâteau Mousson au Citron

Gâteau Mousson au Citron

A light and airy Mauritian sponge cake with a vibrant lemon flavor, often enjoyed during tea time or as a simple dessert.

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30-35 minutes
Total Time55 minutes - 1 hour
Servings8
DifficultyEasy
Gâteau Mousson au Citron - Mauritius traditional dish

🧂 Ingredients

  • 200 g All-purpose flour
  • 200 g Granulated sugar
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 100 g Butter(melted and slightly cooled)
  • 60 ml Milk
  • 2 tsp Lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1.5 tsp Baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp Salt
  • Powdered sugar(for dusting (optional))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 20-23 cm (8-9 inch) round cake pan.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined. Add the melted butter, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.

  4. 4

    Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  5. 5

    Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.

  6. 6

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. 7

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

  8. 8

    Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a better emulsion.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon zest and juice to your preference.

🔄 Variations

  • Add a simple lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
  • Fold in some fresh blueberries or raspberries into the batter before baking.
  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or fresh fruit.

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