Delicious Lemon Cake

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This homemade Lemon Cake recipe is an absolute delight—super moist and topped with the most amazing Lemon Buttercream Frosting. It’s fresh, light, and perfect for spring and summer gatherings. Whether you’re baking from scratch or using a cake mix, this lemon cake will surely impress your family and friends with its tangy, sweet flavor and lovely presentation.

Delicious Lemon Cake

Delicious Lemon Cake

Ingredients

  • Lemon Cake (From Scratch):
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 4 medium lemons)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • Lemon Cake (Cake Mix Version):
  • 1 box lemon cake mix (I use the Betty Crocker brand)
  • 1 small package lemon instant pudding
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 4 large eggs
  • Lemon Buttercream Frosting:
  • 1 cup butter (2 sticks), room temperature
  • 6 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 - 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

    Lemon Cake (From Scratch):
    Prep the Pans:

    Preheat oven to 350°F.
    Line the bottom of two 9-inch round baking pans with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.

    Mix Dry Ingredients:

    Sift all-purpose flour and cake flour into a mixing bowl.
    Add baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine.

    Mix Wet Ingredients:

    In a separate mixing bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
    Add whole eggs and mix well.
    Add egg whites one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

    Combine:

    Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, stirring between each addition.
    Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.

    Bake:

    Bake in the preheated oven for 24-29 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Remove from oven and let cool in pans for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Lemon Cake (Cake Mix Version)
    Prep the Pans:

    Preheat oven to 350°F.
    Line the bottom of two 9-inch round baking pans with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
    Mix Ingredients:

    In a large bowl, combine lemon cake mix, lemon pudding mix, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), water, oil, and eggs.
    Mix until well combined and smooth.

    Bake:

    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
    Bake for 24-29 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Let cool in pans for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    Lemon Buttercream Frosting

    Make Frosting:

    Beat the butter in a stand mixer or large mixing bowl for 1 minute until creamy.
    Add 4 cups of powdered sugar, half of the lemon juice, and lemon zest. Beat well until smooth and creamy (about 3 minutes).
    Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar and lemon juice until you reach your desired consistency.

    Frost the Cake:

    Once the cake is completely cool, frost the layers with the lemon buttercream.
    Enjoy your delicious lemon cake!
    Enjoy making and sharing this delicious and simple Lemon Cake with your loved ones!

 

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