Best 5 Lemon Delight Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our Lemon Delight Cake, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and captivates hearts. This classic dessert harmonizes the vibrant zest of lemon with the comforting embrace of a moist and fluffy cake, creating an unforgettable experience. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover not just one, but three extraordinary recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. From the traditional Lemon Delight Cake, a timeless favorite, to the Vegan Lemon Delight Cake, a plant-based rendition that compromises neither taste nor texture, and the Gluten-Free Lemon Delight Cake, a delightful option for those with gluten sensitivities, each recipe promises a unique adventure. Prepare to be enchanted by the burst of citrusy goodness and the cloud-like softness of this irresistible treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, these recipes will guide you effortlessly through the process, ensuring a delightful outcome that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON BLUEBERRY DELIGHT CREAM CHEESE CAKE



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WOW your family and friends with this wonderful treat! This lemony dessert was a test inspired from BlackJack Bake House's Blog for "Lemony Cream Butter Cake". I wanted a lemon/blueberry dessert and I wanted to taste lemon! I wasn't sure this would work out but I added blueberries to the batter, added some whipped topping and...

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 33

CREAM CHEESE FILLING:
1 (8-ounce) pkg cream cheese, room temperture
1 c confectioner's sugar
1 egg, room temperture
3 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (juice from 1/2 of a large lemon
1 tsp lemon extract
1/2 tsp vanilla
zest of 1/2 of a large lemon
CAKE BATTER
2/3 c all purpose flour
1/3 c sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 c unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
2 eggs, room temperture
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, (juice from 1 large lemon)
1/2 tsp vanilla
lemon zest, from 1 1/2 large lemons
1 c frozen blueberries, or fresh
confectioners' sugar (optional for dusting cake)
BLUEBERRY SAUCE
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 c sugar
2 c frozen blueberries, or fresh
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (juice of 1/2 large lemon)
zest of 1 small lemon
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
pinch of salt
WHIPPED CREAM TOPPING
1 c very cold heavy whipping cream
1/4 c powdered sugar
1/2 tsp lemon extract

Steps:

  • 1. First; set out butter, cream cheese and eggs about an hour prior to baking and let them come to room temperture.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare 10-spring from pan with cooking spray. I used "Joy Baking Spray". Go ahead and zest and juice your lemons; set aside. 1 1/2 large lemons for cake batter and 1/2 lemon for filling. And, if you are making the blueberry sauce you will need to zest and juice 1/2 large lemon.
  • 3. CREAM CHEESE FILLING: In the bowl of stand mixer, beat cream cheese on medium-high speed until smooth about 5 minutes, scraping bowl as needed. Add confectioners' sugar and beat another 2 to 3 minutes. Add egg; beat until completely combined, about 1 minute. Add butter, lemon juice, lemon and vanilla extract and zest; beat 1 minute; set aside.
  • 4. CAKE BATTER: In a batter bowl (or large bowl) combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; whisk together. Whisk in melted butter, eggs, lemon juice and vanilla; don't over beat. Gently fold in blueberries.
  • 5. Pour batter into 10-inch prepared spring-form pan. Gently pour cream cheese filling into center of cake batter; spread gently to within 1/2 of sides of pan (the filling should cover all of the cake batter except for 1/2-inch of the outter edge of the cake batter, 1/2-inch of the batter should be visable).
  • 6. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or until until toothpick inserted near the edge of cake comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool on wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully remove sides from spring-form pan and allow cake to cool for 1 hour.
  • 7. BLUEBERRY SAUCE: In a small saucepan, add the cornstarch and sugar. Whisk together. Stir in 1 cup of the blueberries, the lemon juice, zest, vanilla and salt. Cook the mixture over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, until thickened. Stir in the remaining blueberries and cook for 2 minutes. Cool and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • 8. WHIPPED CREAM TOPPPING: Pour cold whipping cream into a cold bowl. Beat on high speed of hand mixer until it starts to thicken; add sugar and lemon extract; continue beating until it forms a peak. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • 9. When cake is completely cool; spinkle with powered sugar; slice and serve as is.
  • 10. Or, add whipped cream and blueberry sauce! Keep any remaining cake refrigerated. ENJOY!

EASY LEMON DELIGHT POUND CAKE



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This is a pretty and wonderfully lemony pound cake with a buttercream frosting. So simple to make but looks elegant when sliced and garnished with fresh berries.

Provided by Candy Ayers

Categories     Cakes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 frozen (10 oz) pound cake, preferrably whole-butter
1 stick (8 t.) butter, softened
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
4 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
3/4 c powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Remove partially thawed pound cake from its container and slice the cake horizontally to create three layers.
  • 2. With an electirc mixer, combine the butter, cream cheese, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and confectioners' sugar in a large bowl until creamy and well blended.
  • 3. Dip a pastry brush in the lemon juice and shake to sprinkle the cake layers with the remaining 2 T. lemon juice. Spread butter cream mixture on each layer and the top and sides of cake. Reform cake on serving platter.
  • 4. Refrigerate at least 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.
  • 5. Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired.

LEMON DELIGHT CAKE



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When I needed to bring a treat to work, I combined four different recipes into this moist cake. A boxed mix makes it easy, but the creamy filling and buttery topping make it memorable. -Lydia Mason of Brainerd, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)
1-1/3 cups water
3/4 cup egg substitute
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 can (15-3/4 ounces) lemon pie filling
TOPPING:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Coat a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with cooking spray and dust with flour; spread half of the batter into pan. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in pie filling. Drop by teaspoonfuls and gently spread over batter. Top with remaining batter. , Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LEMON DELIGHT POUND CAKE



Lemon Delight Pound Cake image

Number Of Ingredients 12

CAKE
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup apricot nectar or orange juice
3/4 cup oil
2 teaspoons lemon extract
4 eggs
GLAZE
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 325°F. Generously grease and flour 12-cup Bundt® pan. In large bowl, combine all cake ingredients beat at low speed until moistened. Beat 3 minutes at medium speed. Pour batter into greased and floured pan.2. Bake at 325°F. for 40 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.3. Remove cake from oven. With long-tined fork, poke deep holes in cake every inch. In small bowl, blend glaze ingredients until smooth. Spoon half of glaze over hot cake in pan. Let stand upright in pan 10 minutes.4. Invert cake onto serving plate. Spoon remaining glaze over cake. Cool 1 hour or until completely cooled.High Altitude (above 3500 feet): Decrease baking powder to 2 1/2 teaspoons. Bake at 350°F. for 40 to 50 minutes.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1/16 of Recipe * Calories: 310 * Calories from Fat: 110 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 12 g 18% * Saturated Fat: 2 g 10% * Cholesterol: 55 mg 18% * Sodium: 180 mg 8% * Total Carbohydrate: 47 g 16% * Dietary Fiber: 1 g 3% * Sugars: 32 g * Protein: 4 g * Vitamin A: 4% * Vitamin C: 2% * Calcium: 6% * Iron: 6% * Dietary Exchanges: 1 1/2 Starch, 1 1/2 Fruit, 2 Fat or 3 Carbohydrate, 2 FatSee Cook's Note: Testing For Doneness

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

LEMON "DELIGHT" CAKE



LEMON

In 2005, I won the grand prize for the Taste of Home's Light & Tasty magazine contest with this receipe.

Provided by Lydia Mason

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 20

CAKE
1 box lemon cake mix
1/3 c applesauce, unsweetened
3/4 c egg substitute
1 1/3 c water
3 Tbsp poppy seeds
FILLING
8 oz package light cream cheese
2/3 c powdered sugar
1-15.75 oz can of lemon pie filling
TOPPING
1/4 c chopped pecans
3 Tbsp flour
1/3 c packed brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 Tbsp light margarine melted
1/8 tsp vanilla
GLAZE
1/2 c powdered suar
1 Tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. CAKE: PREHEAT OVEN TO 350. BEAT CAKE MIX, APPLESAUCE, EGG, WATER, AND POPPY SEEDS ON MEDIUM SPEED FOR 2 MINUTES. POUR ½ OF MIXTURE INTO 13X9 SPRAYED PAN.
  • 2. FILLING: BEAT CREAM CHEESE, POWDERED SUGAR, AND PIE FILLING UNTIL COMBINED, SPOON ONTO BATTER, SPREADING OUT AS CLOSE TO THE EDGE AS POSSIBLE. TOP WITH REMAINING CAKE BATTER.
  • 3. TOPPING: COMBINE PECANS, FLOUR, BROWN SUGAR, AND CINNAMON. PUT VANILLA INTO THE MELTED MARGARINE. MIX INTO DRY INGREDIENTS UNTILL CRUMBLY, ADD A LITTLE MORE FLOUR IF NESSESARY. SPRINKLE OVER TOP OF CAKE BATTER. BAKE AT 350 FOR 45 TO 55 MINUTES OR UNTILL TOOTHPICK COMES OUT CLEAN.
  • 4. GLAZE: COMBINE POWDERED SUGAR AND LEMON JUICE, STIR UNTIL SMOOTH. DRIZZLE OVER COOLED CAKE.

Tips:

  • For a more intense lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make sure your cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • For a smooth and creamy frosting, make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before you start mixing it.
  • If you want to make the cake ahead of time, you can bake it and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze it for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the cake overnight in the refrigerator and then frost it.

Conclusion:

This lemon delight cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy texture, tangy lemon flavor, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this lemon delight cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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