Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Lemon Love Cake, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable cake, made famous by the renowned chef Sandra Lee, is a perfect blend of tangy lemon and sweet, fluffy cake. With three variations – Classic Lemon Love Cake, Lemon Love Bundt Cake, and Lemon Love Pound Cake – this article offers a trio of irresistible treats that cater to every palate. Embark on a delightful baking adventure as we unveil the secrets behind Sandra Lee's Lemon Love Cake, guiding you through each step of the process to create a masterpiece that will impress your loved ones and satisfy your sweet cravings.
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LEMON LOVE CAKE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 15 slices
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan with butter and dust with flour.
- Prepare the cake mix according to package directions, then add 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and set aside.
- Beat the ricotta, lemon zest and 4 ounces of the mascarpone with an electric mixer on medium-low speed until smooth. Add the sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition until just combined. Gently spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the cake batter.
- Bake until the cake layer has risen to the top (the ricotta and cake layers switch places) and a wooden pick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat the remaining 12 ounces mascarpone with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add the milk, beating until smooth. Add the pudding mix and beat until smooth. Let stand until thickened, about 5 minutes. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
LEMON CREAM SQUARES
Steps:
- Set up grill for indirect cooking over medium heat. (No heat source under cookies). Spray 9 by 13-inch foil pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- For lemon layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat with an electric mixer on low speed the cake mix, butter, and egg until well combined and smooth. Press cake mixture evenly into prepared pan; set aside.
- For top layer:
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon or lime gelatin on medium speed until creamy. Add eggs and beat until smooth.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over cake layer. Place foil pan in a second foil pan for stability and insulation. Place on hot grill away from heat. Cover and bake 40 to 50 minutes. Rotate pan halfway through baking. Remove from grill and cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Indoor:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray 9 by 13-inch baking pan lightly with cooking spray; set aside. Prepare cake layers as directed above. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until cake barely start to pull away from sides. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
LEMON LOVE CAKE (SANDRA LEE)
Found this on Food Network site for Sandra Lee's Semi Homemade. I love lemon, and sounds like something I just have to try. Starts off with a store bought Pound cake. When trying to type in the prepared store bought cake, it won't allow to show as "Pound" it shows "lb."
Provided by KaraRN
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 1 cake, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To make the cake, begin with a serrated knife and level the bigger end of the cake. This will be the bottom. Slice off top inch of cake. Carefully set aside (do not break). Scoop out a trench in the cake for the filling. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine lemon curd and 1 cup of whipped topping. Stir gently to combine, being careful not to over-stir. Fill center of cake with filling and cover with the reserved top of the cake.
- To make the icing, place all icing ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Make sure that all lumps are dissolved. Drizzle icing over cake until completely covered in icing. Let set before serving.
- Cook's Notes:
- Pound cake ring can be decorated with a beautiful nosegay of roses or other edible flowers placed in the center hole. Alternatively, you can buy frozen pound cake loaf and layer lemon cream mixture between slices. Top with more lemon cream and garnish with fresh berries.
- Can also garnish with fresh lemon zest.
NO-BAKE LOVE CAKE
Steps:
- Place 10-inch layer cake in the center of sheet cake. Place the 8-inch layer cake on the top of the 10-inch layer cake. Decorate the top and sides of the cake with the cookies by gently pressing them into frosting.
- Finish decorating with dragees.
LEMON BLUEBERRY CAKE
Steps:
- Use a knife to slice cake layers in half horizontally. Use a pastry brush to brush each layer with lemonade concentrate; set aside.
- Stir 1 teaspoon of lemon extract into each can of frosting; set aside.
- To assemble cake: frost and stack the cake layers on top of each other.
- Decorate cake with clusters of mint sprigs, blueberries, and quartered lemon slices.
Tips:
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and 1/4 cup of lemon juice.
- Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the cake to rise properly.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the toothpick comes out with wet batter, the cake needs to bake longer.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
Conclusion:
This Lemon Love Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the lemon frosting is the perfect finishing touch. If you are looking for a delicious and refreshing cake, this Lemon Love Cake is the perfect recipe for you.
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