This lemon raspberry cake is a soft, tender dessert that celebrates bright citrus flavor and bursts of fresh fruit. The lemon brings a clean, sunny sharpness, while the raspberries melt gently into the crumb, creating little pockets of tart sweetness in every slice. It’s the kind of cake that feels just as right at a weekend brunch as it does served after dinner with a cup of tea. Simple to make and endlessly reliable, this recipe is all about balance—sweet but not cloying, rich but still light. It’s a cake you’ll come back to whenever you want something comforting yet fresh, familiar yet special.