Best 4 Lemon Pillow Cake By Kate Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Lemon Pillow Cake, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite cake is characterized by its soft, fluffy interior, enveloped in a zesty lemon glaze that adds a burst of citrusy freshness. The recipe is crafted with a harmonious blend of simple ingredients, ensuring a delightful treat that is both approachable and impressive.

Accompanying this delightful Lemon Pillow Cake are two additional recipes that elevate the lemon theme to new heights. Discover the zesty Lemon Drizzle Loaf, a classic teatime favorite that offers a moist and flavorful experience with a delightful lemon drizzle. For those seeking a refreshing treat, the tangy Lemon Bars tantalize with their velvety lemon filling nestled in a buttery shortbread crust.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

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 PILLOW CAKE



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This is WONDERFUL. Have made it many times.

Provided by RoseAnn Wilson

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pkg lemon cake mix (or your favorite)
1 can(s) lemon pie filling (or your favorite)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix cake as directed on box and pour mixture into a 13x9 inch pan. Place spoonfuls of lemon pie filling in blobs over batter.
  • 2. Bake as directed on the cake box. Let cool completely. Cake batter covers blobs, so there will be pockets of lemony filling inside. No need to frost.
  • 3. If you want to frost it, you can use 1 can ready to spread lemon flavored frosting with 1 container of Cool Whip. Mix frosting and Cool Whip together and spread on cake. This does need to be refrigerated. Chocolate is also good.

LEMON CAKE



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Get Ina Garten's Lemon Cake recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network. The lemon comes twofold: in the cake and in the glaze, which keeps everything moist.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 (8-inch) loaves

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
4 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1/3 cup grated lemon zest (6 to 8 large lemons)
3 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
3 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 2 (8 1/2 by 4 1/4 by 2 1/2-inch) loaf pans. You may also line the bottom with parchment paper, if desired.
  • Cream the butter and 2 cups granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. With the mixer on medium speed, add the eggs, 1 at a time, and the lemon zest.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, combine 1/4 cup lemon juice, the buttermilk, and vanilla. Add the flour and buttermilk mixtures alternately to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour. Divide the batter evenly between the pans, smooth the tops, and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 cup lemon juice in a small saucepan and cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves. When the cakes are done, allow to cool for 10 minutes. Remove the cakes from the pans and set them on a rack set over a tray or sheet pan; spoon the lemon syrup over them. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
  • For the glaze, combine the confectioners' sugar and the lemon juice in a bowl, mixing with a wire whisk until smooth. Pour over the tops of the cakes and allow the glaze to drizzle down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 86 milligrams, Sodium 235 milligrams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 47 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemons will give your cake the best flavor. If you only have bottled lemon juice, use twice the amount called for in the recipe.
  • Zest the lemons before juicing them: This will help release the lemon's essential oils and give your cake a more intense flavor.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help incorporate air into the batter and make your cake light and airy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Lemon pillow cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and fluffy texture, zesty 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 pillow cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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