OLD FASHIONED LEMON LAYER CAKE
Yield 1 - 9" layer cake
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cream butter; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix well after each addition. Stir in lemon rind and juice. Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9 inch round cakepans. Bake 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove layers from pans, and let cool completely. Split each layer in half horizontally. Spread lemon filling between layers and on top; garnish with additional lemon rind and lemon twist if desired. Yield: one 9 inch layer cake. LEMON FILLING: Combine first 5 ingredients in heavy saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Remove from heat. Add butter; stir until melted. Cool. Yield: about 2 1/2 cups.
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Anusha Thebuwana
[email protected]This cake is perfect for summer gatherings. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.
khairul islam. 1990
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but this cake changed my mind. It's so good!
Dick Richards (Pup)
[email protected]This cake is absolutely delicious! The lemon flavor is so refreshing and the cake is so moist.
Brayden Browne
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend it!
William Breese
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make it.
Osafa Wisdom
[email protected]This is the best lemon cake I've ever had. It's so light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor is just perfect.
Aaron Uribe Uribe
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
skf Tipos
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the lemon flavor pairs with the vanilla frosting.
Riz Khan
[email protected]I'm a big fan of lemon desserts and this cake is no exception. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Jason Grisdale
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh.
Lara McDonald
[email protected]I added a little bit of lemon zest to the frosting and it really took it to the next level. Highly recommend!
Fatunsin Anuoluwapo
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh lemons. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the cake.
atefe esmailpour
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor is just right.
Tash Pk
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.
Javeed Randhawa
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so pretty and tasted even better.
Abby Chebet
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. The lemon flavor is just right, not too tart and not too sweet.
hodan xasan gaboow
[email protected]I love the combination of the sweet cake and the tangy lemon frosting. It's the perfect balance of flavors.
Harper O'Neill
[email protected]This is my go-to lemon cake recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Javed Tahir
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive.
Fuaad Oro
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the bright lemon flavor and the moist, fluffy texture. I'll definitely be making this again.