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Raspberry Lemon Cake

Lemon Raspberry Cake

This delectable Lemon Raspberry Cake combines tangy lemon and fresh raspberries in a moist cake, topped with creamy frosting, making it a must-try dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 0.5 teaspoon pure lemon extract optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2.5 cups cake flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 0.5 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 2.5 cups fresh or frozen raspberries if using frozen, do not thaw first
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 block (8 ounces) full-fat cream cheese a little softer than room temperature
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter a little softer than room temperature
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar more if needed
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon pure lemon extract optional
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 0.5 cup raspberry preserves
  • 1 lemon thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixer
  • cooling rack

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Cut out two 9-inch round segments of parchment paper to line your cake pans with. Spray each pan generously - sides and bottom - with nonstick cooking spray, then place the parchment paper cut out in the bottom of the pans and spray again.
  2. In a large bowl using a handheld electric mixer (or in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment), combine the butter, both sugars, lemon zest, lemon extract, and vanilla extract; beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just barely combined. Turn mixer off. Add in milk, sour cream, and lemon juice; use a rubber spatula to fold the ingredients until incorporated.
  4. Gently toss the raspberries with 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Add the raspberries to the batter and fold in by hand until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs clinging to it.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before running a knife around the edges to loosen. Turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
  1. To make the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, lemon extract, and salt; beat until combined. Add sour cream and continue beating until light and fluffy.
Assembling the Cake
  1. When the cakes have cooled, place one layer on a cake stand; spread with frosting, then top with raspberry preserves. Place the other cake layer on top and lightly press to seal.
  2. Chill the semi-frosted cake in the fridge for 20 minutes, then continue frosting until evenly covered. Chill again for another 20 minutes before decorating with fresh raspberries and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Consider refrigerating for longer freshness. Reheat gently in the microwave for a few seconds if desired.

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