LEMON GINGER CAKE WITH LEMON-CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

Cake
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
4 large eggs
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
Frosting:
11 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 3/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • For Cake:
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350 °F. Butter two 9-inch diameter cake pans with 2-inch-high sides. Line bottom of pans with waxed paper; butter paper. Using electric mixer, beat sugar and butter in large bowl until well blended. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in lemon juice, lemon peel and vanilla (mixture may look curdled). Sift flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt into medium bowl; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk in 3 additions each, beginning with dry ingredients.
  • Divide batter equally between prepared pans. Bake until golden brown and tester inserted into center of cakes comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Transfer pans to racks. Cool 10 minutes. Using small sharp knife, cut around sides of pan to loosen cakes. Turn out cakes onto racks and cool completely. Peel off waxed paper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly in plastic and store at room temperature.)
  • For Frosting:
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese, butter lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon peel and vanilla in large bowl until smooth. Add powdered sugar and beat until frosting is smooth.
  • Place 1 cake layer on platter. Spread 1 cup frosting over top. Place remaining cake layer atop. Using icing spatula, spread remaining frosting over sides and top of cake in decorative swirls. Sprinkle top of cake with remaining 1 teaspoon lemon peel. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover with cake dome and refrigerate. Let cake stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.)

DANNY ZAGAS
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This cake is a bit dense for my taste, but the flavor is still good. I would recommend using a different recipe if you're looking for a lighter cake.


Zobi Zobiafr
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I'm always looking for new lemon cake recipes and this one is a keeper! It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Aliford lungu
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This cake is a great make-ahead dessert. I often make it the day before I need it and it's just as good, if not better, the next day.


sourabh Tuli
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he'd ever had.


olivia akpaumontia
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and everyone who tries it loves it.


Aamino Diamond
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


BADHON pk
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a treat for myself.


KAMIL MEHER
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I love the unique flavor combination of lemon and ginger. This cake is a refreshing change from the usual chocolate or vanilla cakes.


Manikhan com
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This cake is so moist and fluffy! The frosting is also delicious and easy to make.


Jt Reynolds
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but this cake changed my mind. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


SN Nipa
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover lemons. It's also a great recipe for beginner bakers.


BrokenFang
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful.


Sudip Mijar
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This is the best lemon ginger cake I've ever had! The frosting is amazing.


Maryam Babi
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Louis Campbell
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Delicious!


Philip Maithya
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This cake is a keeper! It's moist, flavorful, and the frosting is to die for. I've already shared the recipe with all my friends.


Brendon Walker
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The cake was easy to make and turned out great! The lemon and ginger flavors were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Ariella
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the frosting was delicious. I would recommend using less sugar in the cake batter.


Sakhile Ndlovu
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit! My friends and family love the moist texture and the bright lemon flavor. The frosting is also delicious and easy to make.


MOFFAT ACHY
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This lemon ginger cake is a delightful treat! The combination of sweet and tangy flavors is perfectly balanced. The lemon cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch, adding a creamy and tangy layer to the cake.