Best 9 Lemon Cake With Lemon Filling And Citruscoconut Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of citrus flavors with our tantalizing Lemon Cake with Lemon Filling and Citrus-Coconut Frosting. This delectable treat is a culinary masterpiece that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. The moist and fluffy lemon cake forms the perfect base for the tangy lemon filling, which bursts with a refreshing burst of citrus. The crowning glory is the luscious citrus-coconut frosting, a delightful blend of zesty lemon and creamy coconut that elevates this cake to a new level of decadence. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and tropical flavors, making this cake an unforgettable experience for any dessert lover. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a delightful treat, this Lemon Cake with Lemon Filling and Citrus-Coconut Frosting is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more.

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LEMON LAYER CAKE WITH LEMON CREAM FILLING AND FROSTING



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If you want, you can simplify things by skipping the filling recipe and just using the frosting to fill in between the layers of cake. This cake will last for up to 4 days in the fridge.

Provided by Katie Workman

Time 5h35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for buttering the pans
2 3/4 cups cake flour (not self-rising), plus more for flouring the pans
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 large egg yolks
Pinch of kosher salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups fresh raspberries
4 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • For the lemon cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter two 9-inch round cake pans, then insert a round of parchment cut to fit just inside the bottom of each pan. Butter the parchment, then flour the pans, tapping out any excess flour.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cake flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Using an electric, standing or hand mixer, beat the butter and granulated sugar until very fluffy and pale yellow, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs 1 at a time, then add the vanilla followed by the lemon zest and juice--the mixture may appear to break apart a bit or curdle, but it will come back together when the flour is added, so don't panic! Add about a third of the flour mixture and mix until just barely incorporated, then add half of the milk and blend. Repeat with one-third of the flour mixture, the rest of the milk and the rest of the flour mixture and blend until the ingredients are just completely incorporated.
  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl in the middle of this process. Scrape the batter into the prepared pans, dividing it evenly and smoothing the tops. Bake until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 22 to 26 minutes. Cool the cakes in the pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then run a knife around the insides of the pans to make sure the sides don't stick, place a wire rack over the top of each pan and invert the cake onto the wire rack. Peel off the parchment and cool completely.
  • For the lemon filling: While the cakes are baking, make the lemon curd. Whisk the granulated sugar, lemon juice, butter, egg yolks and salt in a small nonreactive saucepan. Place the pan over medium-low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Place the lemon curd in a small bowl, press a piece of plastic wrap on top of the surface and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours and up to a week.
  • Briskly stir the lemon zest into the chilled curd to blend well. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream just until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the lemon curd with a rubber spatula. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour but not more than 6 hours.
  • For the lemon frosting: In a large bowl with an electric, standing or hand mixer, beat the confectioners' sugar with the butter on low speed until combined, then turn the beater speed to high and add the cream and lemon zest and juice. Beat until fluffy.
  • To assemble the cake, place each cake layer upside down on a round of cardboard or a flat plate. Using an offset spatula or butter knife, frost the top and sides of each cake layer with a very thin layer of the lemon frosting. Place the cake layers in the freezer for 15 minutes or in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up the thin layer of frosting.
  • Place the bottom layer of cake on the platter that you will be serving it on and tuck thick strips of wax or parchment paper under the edges of the cake to keep the platter clean. Spread the lemon filling over the bottom layer, leaving a 1/2-inch border all around so the filling has a bit of room to spread when you place the second layer on top. Cover the filling with the raspberries, then place the second layer of cake on top.
  • Frost the cake with the rest of the frosting. The cake will keep for up to 4 days in the refrigerator, though it's best within a day of making. Bring to room temperature before serving.

CITRUS CAKE WITH LEMON WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING



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Need a cool citrusy dessert? Make an easy lemon cake using orange juice. You'll love the lemon filling and creamy frosting touched with lemon.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ lemon cake mix
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 can (15.75 oz) lemon pie filling
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
Strips of lemon and orange peel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F for shiny metal pans (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease and slightly flour bottoms and sides of two 8- or 9-inch round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray; lightly flour (or spray with cooking spray or baking spray with flour).
  • In large bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pans.
  • Bake and cool as directed on box for 8- or 9-inch rounds.
  • In chilled medium bowl, beat whipping cream and powdered sugar with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold in 1/2 cup of the pie filling and the grated orange peel.
  • Place 1 cake layer, rounded side down, on serving plate. Spread remaining pie filling over layer to within 1/4 inch of edge. Top with second layer, rounded side up. Spread whipped cream mixture over side and top of cake. Garnish top of cake with strips of lemon and orange peel. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 1/2 g

LEMON CAKE WITH LEMON FILLING AND LEMON BUTTER FROSTING



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This is a wonderful Easter cake. Everyone at my Easter barbeque loved it. Very moist and delightful.

Provided by ANELA

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
1 ¼ cups white sugar
3 large eggs eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
½ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
6 tablespoons butter
¾ cup white sugar
4 large egg yolks egg yolks, beaten
4 cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8 inch round pans. Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
  • To make filling: In medium saucepan, mix together 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1/2 cup lemon juice and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth. Mix in 6 tablespoons butter and 3/4 cup sugar, and bring mixture to boil over medium heat. Boil for one minute, stirring constantly. In small bowl, with a wire whisk, beat egg yolks until smooth. Whisk in a small amount of the hot lemon mixture. Pour the egg mixture into the sauce pan, beating the hot lemon mixture rapidly. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes, or until thick (not to boil).
  • Pour mixture into medium bowl. Press plastic wrap onto surface to keep skin from forming as it cools. Cool to room temperature. Refrigerate 3 hours.
  • To make frosting: In large bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest until smooth. Beat in milk, and increase speed and continue to beat until light and fluffy.
  • To assemble: With long serrated knife, split each cake layer in half horizontally, making 4 layers. Place 1 layer, cut side up, on a serving plate. Spread with half of the lemon filling. Top with another layer, and spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Add third layer, and spread with remaining half of the lemon filling. Press on final cake layer, and frost top and sides of cake with remaining frosting. Refrigerate cake until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.2 calories, Carbohydrate 92.5 g, Cholesterol 172.5 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 434.2 mg, Sugar 74.1 g

LEMON COCONUT CAKE



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The very Best Lemon Coconut Cake recipe on the internet. Layers of coconut white cake (from scratch) with homemade lemon curd and cream cheese frosting. All topped with more coconut!

Provided by Aimee

Categories     Cake

Time 1h16m

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 large egg whites, room temperature
3/4 cup milk
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/2 cup cake flour
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup shredded, sweetened coconut
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
6 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups shredded, sweetened coconut
2 cups lemon curd

Steps:

  • Whisk together the egg whites and 1/4 cup of the milk in a small bowl until slightly combined. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat butter, sugar, vanilla and almond extracts for 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add in dry ingredients and mix until combined. Beat in egg white mixture until fully blended. Add in remaining milk and beat for 3-4 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Fold in coconut.
  • Spray two 9-inch cake pans with baking spray. Pour batter into pans and bake in a 350 degree oven for 26-28 minutes. Remove and cool completely on wire rack.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese for 3-4 minutes using whisk attachment on an electric mixer. Add in powdered sugar, vanilla and heavy cream. Beat an additional 4-5 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • To assemble, place one layer of cake on a cake stand. Add 1 cup lemon curd and spread over the cake. Then add a large amount of frosting to top and smooth with an offset spatula. Top with second layer of cake. Apply the second cup of lemon curd over the top. Then add frosting to entire cake. To add the coconut to the top and sides of cake, place cake stand on a baking sheet (to help catch excess coconut). Fill hand with coconut and press gently into sides of cake. Repeat until desired amount of coconut applied. ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650 calories, Carbohydrate 102 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 86 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 26 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 slice cake, Sodium 298 grams sodium, Sugar 81 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

LEMON LAYER CAKE WITH LEMON CREAM FROSTING



Lemon Layer Cake with Lemon Cream Frosting image

Categories     Cake     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Bake     Lemon     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 (8-inch) layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 14

For cake layers
2 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising; sift before measuring)
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
For frosting
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup confectioners sugar
Lemon curd , chilled
Garnish: candied violets

Steps:

  • Make cake layers:
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 2 (8- by 2-inch) round cake pans and line bottoms of each with rounds of wax or parchment paper. Butter paper and dust pans with flour, knocking out excess. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir together milk and lemon juice (mixture will curdle).
  • Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until pale and fluffy. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Alternately add flour mixture and milk mixture in batches, beginning and ending with flour, mixing at low speed until just combined.
  • Divide batter between pans, smoothing tops. Bake in middle of oven until a tester comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool in pans on racks 10 minutes, then invert onto racks, remove paper, and cool completely.
  • Make frosting:
  • Beat cream and confectioners sugar with cleaned beaters until it just holds stiff peaks. Fold one third of whipped cream into lemon curd to lighten, then fold in remaining whipped cream.
  • Assemble cake:
  • Put 1 cake layer, rounded side up, on a cake plate and spread with one fourth of frosting. Top with second layer, rounded side up, and spread top and sides with remaining frosting.

LEMON SHEET CAKE WITH BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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This pleasantly zesty lemon cake is baked in a standard 9-by-13-inch pan, no layering or trimming required, and is easy enough to bake on a weekday. Cover the cake with casual swoops of fluffy lemon buttercream for the perfect teatime or anytime treat.

Provided by Yossy Arefi

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 50m

Yield One 9-by-13-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup/227 grams unsalted butter (2 sticks), softened, plus more for preparing the pan
3 cups/385 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for preparing the pan
1 1/3 cups whole milk
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups/403 grams granulated sugar
4 teaspoons packed finely grated lemon zest
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 cup/170 grams unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), softened
2 cups/246 grams confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Pinch kosher salt
4 to 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, butter and flour the paper.
  • In a measuring cup with a spout, combine the milk and lemon juice. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together in a medium bowl.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter, sugar and lemon zest until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing for about 30 seconds after each. Scrape down bottom and sides of the mixer to ensure the mixture is well combined.
  • With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and milk mixture to the bowl in three additions. Mix until just combined, then use a rubber spatula to finish mixing the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top and tap the pan on the counter a few times to release any large air pockets. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until puffed and golden and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cake completely on a rack before frosting.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the frosting: Combine the butter, confectioners' sugar, lemon zest and a pinch of salt in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on low until combined, then turn the mixer up to medium-high and stream in 3 tablespoons of lemon juice. Whip the frosting until very light and fluffy, about 5 minutes, adding additional lemon juice as necessary until frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  • Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and serve. Store leftover cake at room temperature, covered for up to 2 days.

LEMON CAKE WITH LEMON MERINGUE FROSTING



Lemon Cake with Lemon Meringue Frosting image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings, 3 cups frosting

Number Of Ingredients 22

Cooking Spray
Flour for dusting
1 (1/2 pint) raspberries
1 tablespoon sugar
2 1/3 cups cake flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup lowfat buttermilk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 large eggs
1 large egg white
1 1/4 cups sugar
3/4 cups sugar
2 large egg whites
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Spray 2 (8-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray. Dust lightly with flour and shake out the excess.
  • Reserve half of the raspberries, and combine the other half with 1 tablespoon sugar and crush with a fork. Set aside.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl, stir with a fork to evenly combine the ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  • Whisk together eggs, egg whites and sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until it holds ribbons, about 2 minutes. Add the flour mixture in 3 parts, alternating with the buttermilk mixture in 2 parts, beginning and ending with the flour. Stir together by hand until evenly combined and no lumps remain.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the pans. Bake in the center of the oven until a cake tester comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool on a baking rack for 10 minutes, then turn the cakes out onto a baking rack to cool completely.
  • Frosting: Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a saucepan that can hold an electric mixer bowl above the water. Whisk the sugar, egg whites, water, cream of tartar, and salt in the bowl by hand. Set the bowl above the boiling water and beat with an electric hand mixer at medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes. Remove from the heat; beat in the lemon zest and vanilla.
  • To assemble the cake: Place 1 layer on a flat serving or cake plate, top side down, and spread with crushed raspberries. Top with 3/4 cup frosting, spreading gently on top of the raspberries. Place the second cake layer on top, top side up, and frost the top and sides. Decorate with the reserved raspberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 36 milligrams, Sodium 285 milligrams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 5 grams

RASPBERRY LEMON CAKE



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Want a change from chocolate cake? Try this elegant lemon cake...it's packed with refreshing lemon flavor, from the cake to the homemade lemon curd and creamy frosting. It won a blue-ribbon at an Alaska State Fair and it's definitely a winner with me.-Shirley Warren, Thiensville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 30

3 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
CAKE:
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1/2 cup boiling water
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup canola oil
1-3/4 cups sugar, divided
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3/4 cup thawed lemonade concentrate
FROSTING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
Fresh raspberries, optional

Steps:

  • For lemon curd, in a heavy saucepan, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in the lemon juice, butter and lemon zest. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 15 minutes or until mixture is thickened and reaches 160°. Cool for 10 minutes. Cover and chill for 1-1/2 hours or until thickened., For cake, preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; set aside to cool., In a large bowl, cream beat butter, oil and 1-1/2 cups sugar until blended, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in gelatin mixture, lemon juice, lemon zest and extracts. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine lemonade concentrate and remaining sugar. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Poke holes in warm cakes with a fork; pour lemonade mixture over cakes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla; beat until blended., To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 6 tablespoons raspberry jam. Repeat. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread about 1/2 cup lemon curd over top of cake (save remaining curd for another use)., Spread frosting over sides of cake and pipe a shell border along the top and bottom edges. Garnish with raspberries if desired. Chill 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 792 calories, Fat 32g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 122g carbohydrate (97g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

LEMON CAKE WITH LEMON FILLING AND LEMON BUTTER FROSTING



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Make and share this Lemon Cake With Lemon Filling and Lemon Butter Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MWade1

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 13 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1 1/4 cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
6 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup white sugar
4 egg yolks, beaten
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8 inch round pans. Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
  • To make filling: In medium saucepan, mix together 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1/2 cup lemon juice and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth. Mix in 6 tablespoons butter and 3/4 cup sugar, and bring mixture to boil over medium heat. Boil for one minute, stirring constantly. In small bowl, with a wire whisk, beat egg yolks until smooth. Whisk in a small amount of the hot lemon mixture. Pour the egg mixture into the sauce pan, beating the hot lemon mixture rapidly. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes, or until thick (not to boil).
  • Pour mixture into medium bowl. Press plastic wrap onto surface to keep skin from forming as it cools. Cool to room temperature. Refrigerate 3 hours.
  • To make frosting: In large bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest until smooth. Beat in milk, and increase speed and continue to beat until light and fluffy.
  • To assemble: With long serrated knife, split each cake layer in half horizontally, making 4 layers. Place 1 layer, cut side up, on a serving plate. Spread with half of the lemon filling. Top with another layer, and spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Add third layer, and spread with remaining half of the lemon filling. Press on final cake layer, and frost top and sides of cake with remaining frosting. Refrigerate cake until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.4, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 161.5, Sodium 402.8, Carbohydrate 85.3, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 67.4, Protein 5.1

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before creaming them together. This will help to ensure a smooth batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the cake.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For a smooth and creamy frosting, beat the butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy. Then, gradually add in the powdered sugar and lemon juice.
  • To make the citrus coconut frosting, simply combine the shredded coconut, lemon zest, and orange zest in a bowl. Then, add the frosting to the bowl and mix until well combined.

Conclusion:

This lemon cake with lemon filling and citrus coconut frosting is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the filling and frosting are both light and fluffy. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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