Lemon Ombre Cake
The ombre effect in this cake is achieved by using different shades of yellow batter, creating a visually stunning gradient.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Lemon Ombre Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-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 mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Divide the batter equally into three bowls. Add yellow food coloring to one bowl and mix well until desired shade is achieved. Leave the second bowl as is, and add a few more drops of yellow food coloring to the third bowl for a darker shade.
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Pour each batter into a separate prepared cake pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cakes are completely cooled, stack them on top of each other, starting with the lightest shade at the bottom and ending with the darkest shade on top.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough lemon juice to make a thick glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
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Garnish with fresh lemon slices and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Sugars 38g
- 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.
