Description
Savor the exquisite blend of rich velvet cake and vibrant lemon cream cheese frosting. This dessert is a showstopper, perfect for any occasion from birthdays to casual celebrations. With its moist texture and tangy topping, each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and zest that will leave your taste buds craving more. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until fluffy. Gradually mix in oil and buttermilk until combined.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet mixture; mix until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and lemon zest; mix until smooth.
- Frost cooled cakes generously between layers and on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg