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Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake

Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake

Delightful Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake with a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 lemons, zest and juice
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 lemon juice (for frosting)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cake Pans
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three round cake pans.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk, lemon juice, and zest.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture; gently fold in fresh raspberries.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake
  5. Divide batter evenly among prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake
  6. For frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake
  7. Assemble by layering cake rounds with frosting in between and on top. Garnish with additional raspberries.
    Raspberry Lemon Layer Cake

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 18g

Notes

Customize the cake by using different berries or adding vanilla extract for extra flavor. Consider adding a splash of limoncello for an adult twist in the frosting.

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