Lemon Soft Cake

Method

1. In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar with electric beaters for about 10 minutes until thick and pale.
2. Add the oil in a stream and continue beating until incorporated.
3. Add the lemon zest and the strained lemon juice. Beat briefly to combine.
4. Sift together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Add to the batter and mix well using the beaters or a spatula.
5. Transfer the batter to a buttered cake pan (do not open the latch if using a springform pan). Level the surface by shaking gently.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C for about 1 hour.
7. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.