Lemon Basil Layer Cake with Lemon Cream Frosting
Basil is known as the “king of herbs” and adds a fresh and aromatic twist to this lemon cake.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.
Lemon Basil Layer Cake with Lemon Cream Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Fold in the chopped basil.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the lemon cream frosting, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice, beating until creamy.
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Once the cakes have cooled, spread a layer of lemon cream frosting on top of one cake layer. Repeat with the remaining layers.
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Frost the sides and top of the cake with the remaining lemon cream frosting. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
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Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and the frosting to set.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 40g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
