Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious
Indulge in the Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious, a dessert that captures the essence of sunshine with its refreshing, zesty flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is both elegant and easy to make, making it a favorite for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. With its light and creamy texture, each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and citrus that’s sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings or layers. Once you try this recipe, it will become a staple in your dessert repertoire!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry mixture with buttermilk until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth; fold in whipped cream.
- Assemble by layering cakes with lemon filling between each layer; top with whipped cream frosting.
- Garnish with lemon zest or chocolate curls and chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg