Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake : Irresistible and Luscious
Indulge in a slice of bliss with our Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious. This delightful dessert combines the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon juice and zest with a creamy filling, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Its fluffy layers are easy to prepare, ensuring even novice bakers can achieve stunning results. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this cake adds an elegant touch to your table. With the ability to make it ahead of time, you’ll enjoy less stress in the kitchen and more time savoring sweet moments with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Lemon zest (for garnish)
- Powdered sugar (for garnish)
- White chocolate curls (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely on wire racks.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth. Fold in whipped cream.
- Assemble the cake by layering lemon cream between cooled layers; top with whipped frosting.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg