Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious
If you’re in search of a dessert that radiates joy and flavor, the Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake is your answer. This delightful cake combines a soft lemon-infused sponge with a creamy filling, creating a luscious treat that will brighten any occasion. Perfect for birthdays or just an everyday indulgence, this easy-to-make recipe is bound to impress family and friends alike. Each slice offers a refreshing burst of citrus that dances on your palate, making it a favorite among both kids and adults. With its elegant presentation and versatile flavors, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- 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 for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time with vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk into the butter mixture until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until done.
- Cool cakes before preparing the cream filling by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest.
- Whip heavy cream separately until stiff peaks form; fold into the lemon mixture.
- Layer cakes with cream filling between them and frost the top with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg