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Lemon Lush Cake: Indulge in a Refreshing Delight!

Lemon Lush Cake is a refreshing dessert that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with a light and fluffy whipped cream topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Add the softened butter, egg, vanilla extract, buttermilk, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and lemon extract until stiff peaks form.
  6. Once the cake is cooled, spread the whipped cream mixture evenly over the top. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  7. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgSugar: 12g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, consider adding a layer of lemon curd between the cake and whipped cream.
  • You can also substitute the lemon extract with almond extract for a different taste profile.

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