Step 6: Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients

Combine sour cream and lemon juice in a small bowl.

Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the sour cream mixture.

Mix gently after each addition.

Do not overmix.

Overmixing develops gluten and can make the cake tough.

The batter should be thick but smooth.

Step 7: Fill the Pan

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