Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious
If you’re in search of a show-stopping dessert that combines refreshing flavors with indulgent creaminess, look no further than this Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious. This delightful cake features fluffy layers infused with zesty lemon and a rich, creamy filling that will brighten any occasion. Perfect for family gatherings or special celebrations, each slice is a burst of sunshine on your plate. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, baking this beauty is not just rewarding—it’s fun! Elevate your dessert game and impress your guests with this elegant treat that’s guaranteed to have everyone asking for seconds.
- 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
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream (divided)
- 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 light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time; mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry mixture with buttermilk until just combined.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes; cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth. Fold in whipped cream to create the filling.
- Assemble the cake by layering the filling between cooled cake layers and topping with whipped cream frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg