Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake : Irresistible and Luscious
If you’re in search of a dessert that adds a burst of sunshine to your table, the Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake is your answer! This delightful cake combines fluffy layers with a creamy lemon filling, creating an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy weeknight indulgences. Its refreshing lemon flavor is loved by both kids and adults, making it a household favorite that you’ll want to make again and again. With straightforward preparation steps, this cake is easy enough for beginners while being impressive enough to wow your guests.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 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 (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 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 flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; add eggs one by one and mix in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with buttermilk until just mixed.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely on wire racks.
- Prepare the filling by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth. Fold in whipped cream.
- For frosting, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Layer cooled cakes with lemon filling and top with whipped frosting.
- Garnish as desired and chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg