Description
A luscious and refreshing lemon cake layered with cream cheese frosting and lemon curd, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup lemon curd
- 1/2 cup milk
- Lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the cake mix: In a large mixing bowl, prepare the lemon cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Cream cheese mixture: In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using the electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and mix thoroughly until fully combined and creamy.
- Fold in whipped topping: Carefully incorporate the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, folding gently to keep that delightful fluffiness.
- Assemble with lemon curd: Once the cake is cooled, spread a generous layer of lemon curd evenly over the top.
- Spread the cream cheese frosting: Smooth the cream cheese mixture over the lemon curd, creating a luscious top layer.
- Chill: Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle some lemon zest over the top for that inviting aroma.
Notes
This cake can be made ahead of time; the flavor improves with chilling. Consider using fresh berries as a decorative and flavorful addition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg