Zesty Lemon Cake (Print Format)
Bright and fluffy layers packed with lemony flavor, smothered in a tangy cream cheese frosting. A citrus lover's dream.
# Ingredients:
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1/2 cup butter, at room temp.
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1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
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A pinch of salt.
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
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1 cup white sugar.
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1 1/2 cups plain flour.
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2 tablespoons grated lemon peel.
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2 fresh eggs.
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1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice.
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1/2 cup sour cream.
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1/2 cup tangy buttermilk.
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8 oz cream cheese, softened.
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1/2 cup butter, softened (for topping).
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1 tablespoon lemon zest (for frosting).
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2 tablespoons lemon juice (for frosting).
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1 cup powdered sugar.
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Lemon slices to decorate.
# Steps:
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Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Coat two 8-inch round pans with flour and grease.
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Stir together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
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Whip together butter and sugar till fluffy.
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Add eggs, one at a time, while mixing.
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Combine lemon juice and zest into the mixture.
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Switch adding dry mix with sour cream and buttermilk.
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Evenly pour batter into the pans.
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Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes.
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Leave cakes in their pans for 10 minutes.
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Take cakes out of the pans and let them cool all the way.
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Beat cream cheese and butter into a smooth mix.
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Slowly blend in powdered sugar.
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Mix in some lemon peel and juice.
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Add frosting between the cake layers, then cover all sides.
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Place lemon slices on top as the final decoration.
# Tips:
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Soft and fluffy layers filled with tangy lemony notes.
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Get the best flavor by using fresh lemon juice.