Description

Indulge in this luscious Lemon Cake topped with a velvety lemon curd frosting. Bursting with fresh citrus flavor, this delightful dessert is perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat to brighten your day. Its moist texture and zesty aroma will leave everyone craving more!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon lemon zest
½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup lemon curd

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely on wire racks.
Once cooled, top each layer generously with chilled lemon curd frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting. For added flair, garnish with fresh berries or edible flowers.