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Lemon Layered Cake

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A bright and tangy lemon layered cake with moist sponge, zesty lemon curd, and fluffy frosting, perfect for celebrations or tea-time treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup lemon curd (for filling)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2–3 tbsp lemon juice (for frosting)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 22–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  8. To assemble, spread lemon curd between each cake layer.
  9. In a bowl, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and fluffy to make frosting.
  10. Frost the top and sides of the cake. Garnish with lemon zest if desired.
  11. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Notes

  • Make sure cakes are completely cooled before frosting to avoid melting.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • You can substitute lemon curd with raspberry jam for a twist.

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Keywords: lemon cake, lemon curd, layered cake, citrus dessert, spring cake

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