Lemon Velvet Layer Cake

The Lemon Velvet Layer Cake is a popular dessert known for its tangy and refreshing flavor. It is often enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Lemon Velvet Layer Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 5040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 drop Yellow food coloring (optional)
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 1.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Lemon curd

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
4. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract and yellow food coloring (if using).
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually add the heavy cream and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
8. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of lemon curd over the top. Top with another cake layer and repeat the process. Place the final cake layer on top.
9. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the cream cheese frosting. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 54g18%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.