Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our Lemon Layer Cake, a symphony of sweet, tangy, and creamy sensations. This culinary masterpiece features layers of moist lemon cake, luscious raspberry curd, and airy whipped cream, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Embark on a culinary adventure as we guide you through the steps of crafting this exquisite dessert, ensuring a delightful treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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RASPBERRY LEMON CAKE
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
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 SHEET CAKE WITH RASPBERRY WHIPPED CREAM
This lovely cake was inspired by the colors and flavors of pink lemonade. Don't be tempted to skip the first step of this recipe, which asks you to rub lemon zest into granulated sugar: The sugar granules help release the essential oils in the zest, making for a brighter lemon flavor and fragrance. (If you're really short on time, you can skip using your hands and just mix with the paddle attachment inside the mixer bowl on low speed for 1 minute.) Slather this sunny cake with swoopy, easy-to-make raspberry whipped cream then serve as is, or dressed up with lemon zest or sprinkles.
Provided by Erin Jeanne McDowell
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 2h
Yield 1 (9-by-13-inch) cake
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch pan with nonstick spray, then line the pan with parchment paper. Lightly coat the parchment paper with nonstick spray.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, use your hands to rub together the sugar and lemon zest.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt.
- Add the butter and oil to the bowl with the lemon sugar, and transfer it to the mixer. Using the paddle attachment, cream the mixture on medium speed until light and fluffy, 4 to 5 minutes. With the mixer running, add the lemon juice in a slow, steady stream and mix until well combined, 1 minute more. Scrape the bowl well.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on medium speed until each is incorporated before adding the next, about 1 to 2 minutes each. Scrape the bowl well every two to three additions.
- Add half of the flour mixture and mix on low speed until fully incorporated. With the mixer running on low speed, add the buttermilk in a slow, steady stream, and mix until fully incorporated. Add the remaining flour and mix until it's evenly incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread into an even layer. Transfer to the oven and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 27 to 32 minutes. Cool completely.
- While the cake cools, make the frosting: In a medium bowl, mash the raspberries with a potato masher or large fork until broken down. Stir in 1/2 cup/100 grams granulated sugar, and let macerate for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Strain the raspberry mixture. (You should have at least 3/4 cup/180 milliliters juice. Reserve any excess for cocktails, stir it into sparkling water, or drizzle over ice cream.)
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the cream and the remaining 1/4 cup/50 grams granulated sugar on medium speed until the mixture reaches soft peaks, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- With the mixer still running on medium speed, pour the raspberry juice into the mixer in a slow, steady stream. (Reduce splattering by pouring away from the moving whisk.) Continue to whip until the mixture forms peaks, about 30 seconds to 1 minute more.
- Spoon the frosting over the cooled cake and spread into an even layer. If desired, garnish with lemon zest and sprinkles.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
- Use fresh ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will have a big impact on the flavor of your cake. Whenever possible, use fresh fruits, berries, and dairy products.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can develop the gluten in the flour, which can make your cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven will also affect the texture of your cake. Be sure to preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking.
- Don't open the oven door during baking: Opening the oven door during baking can cause the cake to fall. Resist the temptation to peek!
- Cool the cake completely before frosting: This will help prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake.
Conclusion:
This lemon layer cake with raspberry curd and whipped cream is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. With its light and fluffy layers of lemon cake, tart raspberry curd, and creamy whipped cream, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this lemon layer cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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