Print

Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake : Irresistible and Luscious

Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake : Irresistible and Luscious
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Indulge in the Top 1 Italian Lemon Cream Cake: Irresistible and Luscious—a dessert that beautifully marries the zest of fresh lemons with creamy sweetness. This cake is not just a treat; it’s a delightful experience that will elevate any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive celebrations. With its light, fluffy layers and luscious lemon cream filling, every bite promises a refreshing burst of flavor. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, this cake has become a staple at family gatherings. Once you taste this irresistible dessert, it will undoubtedly become your new favorite!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 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 (divided)
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Lemon zest (for garnish)
  • Powdered sugar (for garnish)
  • White chocolate curls (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  7. While cooling, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
  8. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  9. Layer cooled cakes with lemon cream filling and top with whipped frosting.
  10. Garnish with lemon zest and chill before serving.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://tastemakerrecipes.com/top-1-italian-lemon-cream-cake-irresistible-and-luscious/