Introduction:
If you’re a fan of citrusy desserts, this Heavenly Lemon Bliss Cake is a dream come true! Bursting with the zesty brightness of fresh lemons, this moist and fluffy cake is layered with luscious lemon cream filling and topped with whipped lemon frosting. The vibrant garnish of lemon slices and mint leaves gives it a stunning finish, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration or a delightful treat to brighten up your day.
Recipe:
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
For the Lemon Cream Filling:
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (120 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
For the Frosting:
- 1 ½ cups (340 g) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (500 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh mint leaves
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the dry mixture.
- Divide batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Lemon Cream Filling:
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and zest. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thick layer of lemon cream filling. Repeat with the second layer and filling, then top with the final cake layer.
- Frost the cake with the cream cheese frosting, smoothing the sides and top.
- Decorate and Serve:
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for a beautiful finish. Slice and enjoy your Heavenly Lemon Bliss Cake!
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