Best 7 Daffodil Cake Lemon Cake Supreme Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delightful flavors, where the Daffodil Cake reigns supreme. This extraordinary creation is a testament to the culinary art, combining the zesty brightness of lemon with the delicate charm of daffodils. As you embark on this delectable journey, you'll discover not just one, but three tantalizing recipes that showcase the versatility of this exceptional cake.

The Classic Daffodil Cake stands as a beacon of simplicity and elegance. Its moist and fluffy crumb, infused with the vibrant essence of lemon, is adorned with a luscious lemon glaze that adds a touch of sophistication. The second recipe takes a creative twist, transforming the classic into a stunning Lemon Daffodil Bundt Cake. With its intricate design and the burst of lemon flavor in every bite, this cake is sure to be the centerpiece of any gathering.

For those seeking a gluten-free indulgence, the Gluten-Free Daffodil Cake offers a delightful alternative. This recipe masterfully blends almond flour, coconut flour, and other gluten-free ingredients to create a cake that is just as light and flavorful as its traditional counterpart. Each recipe is presented with detailed instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve daffodil cake perfection.

So, prepare your taste buds for a symphony of flavors as you explore the delightful world of the Daffodil Cake. Whether you prefer the classic, the bundt, or the gluten-free version, these recipes promise an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!



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This Old-fashioned Daffodil Cake is a fun, cheerful lemon flavored spring cake with a light and airy texture, featuring a simple lemon glaze. This cake has no artificial color and the yellow hue comes naturally from the separation of the egg whites and egg yolks. It's also low- fat, WW friendly and is perfect for Easter Dessert or any spring or summer celebration!

Provided by Adapted from: Daffodil Cake WW Magazine, pg. 140 April 2006

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cake flour
1 1/2 cups white granulated sugar
12 egg whites
1 tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
6 egg yolks
4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 tsp grated lemon
1 1/2 cup powdered sugar/confectioners sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Set a tube pan nearby. * do NOT grease the pan (this type of cake does not need a greased pan)Sift the cake flour and 1/4 cup of the white granulated sugar into a small bowl.
  • With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the egg whites into a large bowl until foamy, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Add the cream of tartar, vanilla and salt. Increase the speed to medium- high and beat just until soft peaks form (about 45 seconds to 1 minute).
  • Beat in the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time
  • Beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Sift one quarter of the flour mixture over the egg-white mixture and, with a large rubber spatula, gently fold in the flour mixture just until blended. Repeat with the remaining flour mixture, one quarter at a time until just until fully blended (but don't overmix)
  • Split the egg white batter into two bowls.
  • With the mixer on high speed, beat the egg yolks in a small bowl until thick, about 5 minutes. *Should be the consistency of very thick fluffy gravy
  • Fold in 1 tbsp of the lemon juice and 2 teaspoons of the lemon zest.
  • Add one bowl of egg white batter to the bottom of the pan.
  • Add egg yolk mixture on top of the first layer of egg white batter.
  • Then add the second bowl of egg white batter over top of the egg yolk batter.
  • Gently run a thin-bladed knife through the batters to marbelize, lifting the knife up a each time and swirling it around once. You don't want to much marblizing in this cake.
  • Immediately place in the oven and bake until the cake springs back when touched lightly, 35-40 minutes. It will be lightly browned on top.
  • Invert onto a bottleneck or inverted meatl funnel and cool completely, 2-3 hours. If you angel food cake pan/tube pan has feet (as you see mine does) simply turn it over and allow it to cool for 2 hours.
  • To loosen the cake, run a spatula around the sides of the pan and around the centre tube. Unmold the cake onto a serving plate.
  • To make the glaze: whisk together the confectioners sugar and, 2-3 tbsp of lemon juice and the remainaing 1 tsp of lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Add enough of the remaining lemon juice to make a thick glaze. so you are able to spread and it run down the side of the cake, but does not run to much.
  • Spread the glaze evnely over the top of the ake Let the cake stand until glaze is set (boute 30 mintues) *pop it into the fridge or freezer to get it to set faster
  • Garnish with sprinkles, or edible flowers.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 212 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 99 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 40 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

NO-BAKE DAFFODIL CAKE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bakery-bought half-sheet cake, frosted yellow
1 bakery-bought 8-inch round single or layer cake, frosted white
9 bakery-bought cupcakes with white and yellow frosting
12 daffodil decorated cookies
2 tubes writing frosting

Steps:

  • Place round cake in the center of sheet cake. Place 4 cupcakes on the top of the layer cake so that they touch in the center; then add 1 more cupcake on top of the 4 cupcakes. Place the 4 remaining cupcakes on the corners of the sheet cake. Decorate with cookies around cakes pressing gently into frosting and/or inserted into the cupcakes.

DAFFODIL CAKE



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I made this for Easter one year and it was gone quick! I have no idea where I got this one from but my guess is out of a newspaper. I use an inexpensive cake mix and Jiffy frosing mix. I often times omit the coconut on top due to picky eaters.

Provided by PamMal

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 cake, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
2 eggs
1 teaspoon rum extract
18 ounces lemon cake mix
1 white frosting mix
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Spray two 9" round cake pans with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Drain pineapple. Reserve juice / syrup.
  • Combine pineapple juice / syrup, eggs and 1/2 of rum extract.
  • Add cake mix and beat for 4 minutes.
  • Fold in pineapple.
  • Spoon batter into prepared cake pans.
  • Bake at 350 for 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Cool cakes and turn out of pan. Cool 1/2 hour more.
  • Prepare frosting mix and add butter and remaining rum extract.
  • Spread half of frosting between layers of cake and sprinkle with coconut.
  • Frost cake with remaining frosting and sprinkle with coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.1, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 55.5, Sodium 384.1, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 30.8, Protein 4.1

NATHALEE DUPREE'S DAFFODIL CAKE



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I love this cake. It is delicate and beautiful and yummy too! Nathalee DuPree is one of my top three favorite TV cooks (right after Julia Child and Ina Garten). Your stand mixer makes this cake easier than it looks. If you make it please post a picture if you can!

Provided by Secret Agent

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 cups cake flour
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 3/4 cups egg whites (12 to 14 large eggs)
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
5 egg yolks
2 tablespoons cake flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon zest (or lime)
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon zest (or lime)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (or lime)
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Bake at 375.
  • Sift the flour and 3/4°C of the sugar together three times.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in 1 Cup sugar and continue to beat until very stiff peaks form.
  • Sift about 1/4 of the flour mixture over the egg whites, gently folding. Repeat with remaining flour mixture, 1/4 at a time.
  • Fold in vanilla. Remove one-third of the batter and set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks, 2 T. flour and 2 T. sugar until thick and pale yellow. Stir in the lemon peel.
  • Fold about 1/2 Cup of the reserved batter mixture into eggs to lighten them, then gently fold egg yolk mixture into reserved batter.
  • Spoon white and yellow batters alternately into an ungreased tube pan. Run knife gently through batter to eliminate air pockets and to swirl the batters.
  • Bake in lower third of oven for 35 - 40 minutes Invert pan to cool. When cool, remove from pan and spoon warm glaze over top or serve sauce on the side.
  • Glaze: Cook sugar, cornstarch and water over medium heat till smooth and thickened. Add lemon peel, juice and butter and heat till warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 81.2, Sodium 118.3, Carbohydrate 54.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 40.1, Protein 6.2

DAFFODIL CAKE



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Much like its namesake flower, the daffodil cake is a cheerful sign that warmer days are ahead. Here's how it works: half of the batter is ethereal angel food; the other half is enriched with egg yolks and the zest and juice of an orange and a lemon. After layering both in a tube pan and baking, you pour the tart, citrusy glaze on top to create a dessert that will rouse your taste buds-and brighten any gathering.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 55m

Yield 10 to 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/4 cups sifted cake flour
1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal), divided
12 large egg whites, plus 6 large yolks
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh juice
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh juice
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
Edible pansies, for serving (optional)
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more if needed
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh juice
1 teaspoon orange-blossom water (optional)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Sift flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt through a coarse-mesh sieve onto a piece of parchment. Beat yolks and 1/4 cup sugar with an electric mixer on high speed until doubled in volume, 3 minutes. Beat in both zests and juices.
  • In a clean bowl with clean whisks, beat egg whites on high speed until foamy. Beat in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1 cup sugar; beat to stiff peaks. Transfer to a large, wide bowl. Sift one-third of flour mixture over top; gently but thoroughly fold in. Repeat twice more with remaining flour mixture.
  • Fold half of egg-white mixture into yolk mixture; dollop into an ungreased 10-inch angel-food-cake pan. Top with remaining egg-white mixture. Run a knife through to release air bubbles. Bake until top springs back when lightly touched, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Invert pan onto its legs (or rest on the neck of a wine bottle); let cool 1 hour. Run a knife around inside of pan and tube to release cake and unmold, then use it to release cake from pan bottom; remove.
  • For the Glaze: Whisk together all ingredients to create a thick but pourable glaze. If too thick, whisk in more lemon juice, 1 teaspoon at a time; if too thin, more confectioners' sugar. Place cake on a cake stand and pour glaze over top, letting it drip down sides. Let stand until set, about 30 minutes; decorate with flowers.

DAFFODIL CAKE



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I've made this cake for my children(see photo below), grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It is their favorite birthday cake...it's light and tasty, and lends itself beautifully to decorating. I often place a small arrangement of fresh flowers in the center.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

6 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup cake flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
YELLOW CAKE:
6 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons warm water
1/2 cup cake flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
Pinch salt
1 cup pineapple juice
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Add cream of tartar and vanilla; beat on medium speed until foamy. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until soft peaks form. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; fold into egg white mixture. Set aside., In another large bowl, beat egg yolks and water until thick and lemon-colored. Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into egg yolk mixture. Beat in vanilla. , Alternately spoon yellow batter and white batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Immediately invert pan; cool completely., For frosting, combine the sugar, flour and salt in a small saucepan. Stir in pineapple juice until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. Fold in whipped topping. , Remove cake from pan to a serving plate. Spread frosting over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DAFFODIL CAKE



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Make and share this Daffodil Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ceezie

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/4 cups sifted cake flour
1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 1/4 cups egg whites, at room temperature (about 10 eggs)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
4 egg yolks
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/3 cup butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons orange rind
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1/4 cup orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • To make the cake, sift together flour and 1/2 cup sugar. Beat egg whites in a large bowl until foamy; add salt and cream of tartar and vanilla. Beat until soft peaks form. Sprinkle in 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, beating until just blended. Fold flour mixture into egg whites, 1/4 cup at a time, using a rubber spatula.
  • Beat egg yolks with orange rind, orange juice, and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar until thick and light. Stir 1/3 of the egg white mixture into the egg yolk mixture.
  • Scrape yellow and white batters into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan to give a marbled effect with white layer on top. Bake 30 to 35 minutes, (check about 20 min into the cooking) or until done. Invert pan; let cool. Remove cake from pan.
  • To prepare frosting, combine butter, salt, orange rind and 1 cup powdered sugar in a mixing bowl. Beat with a mixer at medium-high speed until fluffy. Add remaining sugar and orange juice alternately, beating until smooth and spreadable. Beat in lemon juice.
  • Frost sides and top of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.5, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 68.9, Sodium 357.4, Carbohydrate 67.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 55.2, Protein 4.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients, especially lemons, for the best flavor in your Daffodil Cake.
  • Make sure your baking pans are properly greased and floured to prevent sticking.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.
  • If you are using a store-bought lemon curd, be sure to whisk it until smooth before spreading it on the cake.
  • You can decorate the cake with additional lemon zest, fresh flowers, or even edible glitter.

Conclusion:

The Daffodil Cake is a delightful dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. With its moist and fluffy crumb, bright lemon flavor, and creamy frosting, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are celebrating a special event or simply enjoying a slice of cake with your loved ones, the Daffodil Cake is sure to be a hit.

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