Ingredients

  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/3 c. cold water
  • 2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. lemon extract
  • 1 tsp. grated lemon peel (if desired)
  • 6 egg whites
  • 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar

Method

  • Heat oven to 325°.
  • In small bowl, beat eggs yolks until very thick.
  • Pour yolks into large mixer bowl.
  • Gradually beat in sugar. On low speed, mix in flour, baking powder and salt alternately with water, flavorings and lemon peel.
  • In another bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff.
  • Gradually fold egg yolk mixture into egg whites.
  • Pour into greased tube pan.
  • Bake 60 to 65 minutes.
  • Invert pan on funnel.
  • Let hang until cake is completely cool.