To make Paul Hollywood’s Lemon Bliss Cake, follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
5. Mix in Lemon: Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine all flavors.
6. Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Pour Batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then, turn the cake out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance.

By following these instructions, you’ll create a cake that is not just a dessert, but a culinary masterpiece.