LEMON CAKE WITH LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

This lemon cake with lemon cream cheese frosting has a soft cake crumb and delicious lemon flavor. The cream cheese frosting is smooth & creamy for the perfect pairing. 

INGREDIENTS:

LEMON CAKE

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup sour cream, room temperature
• 1/3 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
• 3 tablespoons lemon zest (freshly grated)
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (use 1/3 cup for a stronger lemon flavor)

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 8 oz brick-style cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1-2 teaspoons milk, as needed

DIRECTIONS:

MAKE THE CAKE

1. Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.

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