Description

Indulge in the sunshine of our Lemon Velvet Cake With Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. This delightful dessert boasts tender, moist layers infused with zesty lemon flavor and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that balances sweetness with a tangy twist. Perfect for birthdays, spring gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this vibrant cake not only looks stunning but tastes exquisite. Each bite is a burst of citrus bliss that will leave your taste buds dancing and your guests impressed. Easy to make and customizable to your preference, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup butter-flavored shortening
2 large eggs
1–2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon extract
1 heaping tsp lemon zest
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 tsp white vinegar
1/3 cup hot lemon water (2 tbsp lemon juice mixed with 1/3 cup hot water)
4–6 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
16 oz cream cheese (softened)
8 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp lemon extract
1 1/2 heaping tsp lemon zest
4–5 cups powdered sugar
1–2 tsp lemon juice (if needed)
4–5 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, vegetable oil, butter-flavored shortening, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
Gradually alternate adding the dry mixture with buttermilk until just combined.
Mix white vinegar with hot lemon water; add to the batter along with food coloring if desired.
Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until set.
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
For frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until fluffy; gradually mix in vanilla extract, lemon extract, lemon zest, and powdered sugar until smooth.
Once cooled, frost each layer generously and garnish as desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg