Description
If you’re on the hunt for a dessert that effortlessly combines elegance with irresistible flavor, look no further than the Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake. This delightful treat features a light, airy cake layered with a luscious cream cheese filling that bursts with vibrant lemon zest. Each bite presents a perfect harmony of sweetness and tanginess, making it an ideal centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or intimate dinners. With its versatile presentation options and straightforward preparation steps, this cake is sure to impress both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether served on special occasions or as a sweet indulgence at home, this Italian Lemon Cream Cake promises to elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 8 oz cream cheese
- Fresh lemon juice and zest
- Heavy whipping cream
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar for topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for topping
- Lemon zest for garnish
- Powdered sugar for garnish
- White chocolate curls for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Alternately mix in dry ingredients and buttermilk until just combined.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean; cool completely.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar; fold in whipped cream.
- Assemble layers with lemon filling between each and top with whipped cream frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Sift dry ingredients to prevent lumps. Chill the assembled cake before serving to enhance flavors.