Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake: A Festive Delight Awaits!
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A vibrant and delicious Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake that is perfect for any celebration.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh raspberries.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, layer them with frosting in between and on top.
- Decorate with additional raspberries and lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Can be made a day in advance; store in the refrigerator.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add more lemon zest to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg