Description

This Elegant Italian Lemon Cream Cake is the perfect blend of light, zesty lemon flavor and creamy decadence. With its tender layers of cake, luscious whipped cream, and refreshing lemon zest, this dessert is ideal for any celebration or special occasion. Garnished with lemon slices and mint leaves, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Let’s bake this stunning dessert!

Ingredients

• For the Cake:
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• For the Whipped Cream Frosting:
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• For Garnish:
• Lemon slices
• Mint leaves

Preparation Method

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then stir in vanilla.
5. Gradually mix in flour mixture and milk, alternating, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Add lemon zest and juice.
6. Divide batter among pans and smooth tops. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
7. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
8. Assemble the cake by layering whipped cream between cooled cake layers and on top and sides.
9. Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Tips and Conclusion

Lemon Flavor: For an extra burst of lemon, brush the cake layers with a simple syrup made of lemon juice and sugar before frosting.

Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Customization: Add a layer of lemon curd between the cake layers for added tartness.

This Elegant Italian Lemon Cream Cake is the perfect dessert to impress your guests. Its light, citrusy flavor combined with the creamy frosting makes it a showstopper. Whether for a dinner party, a family gathering, or simply a sweet indulgence, this cake is guaranteed to delight. Enjoy every bite of this zesty masterpiece!