ITALIAN TRIPLE LEMON CREAM CAKE

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Refreshing and impressive, this show-stopping cake is perfect for Easter, a summer party or even Christmas dinner. In case you haven't guessed, I serve this all year long. -Jessie Grearson-Sapat, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons butter, softened
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
FILLING:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup Mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup marshmallow creme
1/2 cup lemon curd
2 tablespoons limoncello
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
GLAZE:
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Lemon zest strips and fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil and butter on medium speed for 4 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the lemon zest and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition., Transfer to three greased and floured 8-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 14-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream and cheese until soft peaks form. Stir in the marshmallow creme, lemon curd, limoncello and lemon zest until combined., In a small saucepan, combine sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat., Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Brush with 2 tablespoons glaze and spread with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer; brush with remaining glaze. Garnish with lemon zest and mint leaves. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 calories, Fat 31g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

rajesh nair
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I love the bright yellow color of this cake. It's so cheerful and inviting.


Sumitra Rana
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This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abdullahi Yare
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I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the lemon flavor is not overpowering.


SSJ Reslin
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I love the moist texture of this cake. It's the perfect afternoon snack with a cup of tea.


Rhonda Lovejoy
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone who loves lemon desserts.


Nantsu Tsoeu
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I've made this cake several times, and it's always a hit. I love the way the lemon flavor brightens up the cake.


akeil Ramkissoon
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This cake is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's not too sweet.


khaled Loda
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I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but I actually really enjoyed this cake. The lemon flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Tshego Rams
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion cake. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


muslima mohamed
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I might have overbaked it.


Young Wolf
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the lemon cream filling. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Auwalu Bello fagam
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best lemon cake he's ever had.


ItsAlex LoL
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This cake was a little too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. Overall, it's a well-made cake with a unique flavor.


Purev Purev
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I love the bright and cheerful flavor of this cake. It's perfect for a summer party or brunch.


Benjamib Fadhili
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are always impressive. I highly recommend it!


Naiemikram Naiemikram
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This Italian Triple Lemon Cream Cake is an absolute delight! The combination of lemon flavors is perfectly balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I especially love the lemon cream filling, which is tangy and sweet at the same time.