Best 4 Pink Lemonade Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic with a twist – our delectable Pink Lemonade Cake. This tantalizing treat combines the refreshing taste of pink lemonade with the comforting sweetness of a moist and fluffy cake. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe offers three irresistible variations to cater to your preferences and dietary needs: a traditional version, a vegan alternative, and a gluten-free option. Each variation promises a burst of zesty lemon flavor, complemented by a luscious pink frosting that adds a pop of color and sweetness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PINK LEMONADE STAND CAKE



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If you love a moist and creamy cake, this is it. Lemon juice and lemonade give the layers a tangy touch, and the cream cheese frosting with sprinkles makes it pretty. -Lauren Knoelke, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons seedless strawberry jam, warmed
2 tablespoons thawed pink lemonade concentrate
2 tablespoons grenadine syrup
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons thawed pink lemonade concentrate, divided
Pink sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of three greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and lemon zest until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beating well after each addition., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20-24 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat butter, cream cheese and lemon zest until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and 1/3 cup lemonade concentrate. If necessary, refrigerate until spreadable, up to 1 hour., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate. Brush 1 tablespoon lemonade concentrate over cake; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer; brush remaining lemonade concentrate over top., Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake., Decorate with sprinkles. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 732 calories, Fat 39g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 91g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PINK LEMONADE PARTY CAKE



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Make and share this Pink Lemonade Party Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pineapple

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package lemon cake mix (plain or with pudding)
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 (6 ounce) container frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 and place rack in the center of oven.
  • Mist a 13" x 9" metal baking pan. Dust with flour and shake out excess.
  • Place the cakemix, water, oil and eggs in large mixing bowl. Blend with mixer on low speed until ingredients are incorporated (30 seconds). Scrape the sides of bowl and increase speed to medium and blend for 2 minutes or until the batter lightens.
  • Pour the batter into the pan, smooth the top and place pan in oven.
  • Bake the cake until the center springs back when lightly pressed with your finger, about 30-35 minutes.
  • Remove cake from oven and let rest for 15 minutes.
  • For the glaze, combine the lemonade concentrate and confectioners sugar until smooth. Poke a long-tined fork into top of the warm cake every 1/2", wiping the fork occasionally to remove crumbs. Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cake.
  • Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours. Remove pan from frig, spread the whipped cream over the top and slice and serve.
  • Delicious served with fresh strawberries!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.1, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 46, Sodium 236.2, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 20.2, Protein 2.9

PINK LEMONADE POUND CAKE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Pink Lemonade Pound Cake Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by VerneJ

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (18.25 oz.) lemon cake mix
1 package (3 oz.) instant lemon pudding mix
4 eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
4 drops pink or red food coloring, optional
Glaze
1 cup frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup powder sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour one 10-inch tube pan or bundt pan. 2. Combine the cake mix, lemon pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, 1/2 cup lemon concentrate and the milk. Mix until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. 3. Bake at 350 degrees F for 50 minutes to 1 hour. If your oven runs hot be sure to adjust accordingly! 4. Remove from oven and prick cake all over with a fork. Immediately pour lemonade glaze over top of cake. 5. Let cake stand in pan until almost cool. LEMONADE GLAZE: Combine the thawed frozen lemonade and the powder sugar Mix thoroughly and pour over still warm cake

PINK LEMONADE CAKE



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Make and share this Pink Lemonade Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kerry G

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

27 ounces white cake mix (1 1/2 boxes)
5 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup pink lemonade mix
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup water
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup pink lemonade mix
1/3 cup white sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
16 ounces Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Spray three 9 inch round baking pans with cooking spray. Mix all ingredients with an electric mixer. Bake at 350 for 22 minutes or until knife comes out clean. Cool completely before icing.
  • To make the icing, Mix all except Cool Whip with electric mixer then fold in the Cool Whip. Ice cake.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients, especially for the lemons and strawberries. This will ensure the best flavor for your cake.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help them to cream together more easily.
  • 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 batter on it, the cake needs to bake longer.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.

Conclusion:

This pink lemonade cake is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are a fan of pink lemonade or just looking for a new dessert to try, this cake is sure to please.

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