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Luscious Lemon Cream Layer Cake
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
For the Lemon Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Garnish:
- Lemon slices
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
Making the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: In another bowl, beat the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and lemon zest.
- Combine: Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Making the Lemon Cream Filling:
- Whip the cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the lemon curd.
Making the Frosting:
- Prepare frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and lemon juice, beating until smooth and spreadable.
Assembly:
- Layer and fill: Place one cake layer on your serving plate. Spread the lemon cream filling over the top, then cover with the second cake layer.
- Frost the cake: Spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Smooth out for a clean look or use a piping bag and tip for a more decorative finish.
- Garnish: Decorate with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves.
This Lemon Cream Cake is perfect for special occasions or as a refreshing treat on a warm day, offering a delightful burst of lemon flavor in every creamy, moist bite.
