Italian Lemon Cream Cake: The Easy, Indulgent Treat You’ll Love
A delightful dessert that combines the zest of lemons with a luscious cream for an irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with lemon juice.
- Stir in lemon zest and heavy cream until just combined.
- Pour the batter into greased cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use organic lemons.
- This cake pairs well with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg