Between the cake and the frosting, the amount of lemon is perfect. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and food coloring if adding coloring. Banana Cake with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting, “The best lemon cake recipe in the world”. This … I filled the layers with lemon curd for a nice change of texture than the frosting. The Loopy Whisk – Definitely worth the effot! Whisk until mixture thickens to pudding consistency and thermometer inserted into mixture registers 165°F., about 4 minutes. If I wanted to make an egg-shaped cake for Easter with this recipe, could I double the ingredients to make thicker layers? I love lemon cakes and cheesecakes! Make sure both sides are evenly coated. The result resembled a thick lump of cooked flour. Now, lemon curd really really wants to drip and ooze down the sides – which is pretty (I’m sure we can all agree on that), but only when done in moderation. Add the wet ingredients to the dry+butter mixture, and whisk/mix well until you get a smooth batter with no flour clumps. I'm not sure what, exactly, went awry, but the final product was vile. If you do not have cake flour, you can make your own by measuring 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour. Prepare the frosting, then frost and decorate the cake as desired. Content on CallMePMc.com is in no way to be used for commercial purposes. The lemon sponges are baked and cooled, the mascarpone frosting is whipped and luscious, the lemon curd is sheer glossy perfection, and the strawberries are ready to go – let’s assemble the cake! In a medium saucepan, mix together 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth. Press on final cake layer, and frost top and sides of cake with frosting. Create an account to easily save your favorite projects and tutorials. I wanted to create a cake that you guys like as much as my Easy Strawberry Cake. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. One 16.25-ounce boxed white cake mix; 3 eggs ; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup lemonade; Frosting. Your email address will not be published. Super easy to make – The advantage of so-called “naked cakes” (where you don’t coat the outside of the cake with frosting, but instead allow the layers of sponge, frosting, etc. 5. Maybe for my birthday I'll make the curd and eat it all myself! Allow the lemon curd to cool, stirring occasionally to prevent "skin" formation on top. You’ve been warned. Plan on using the lemon curd. Your email address will not be published. Next up: STRAWBERRIES. PRETTY. Prepare the frosting: Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese and butter together on medium speed until smooth and no lumps remain, about 3 full minutes. It is almost an sponge cake. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes at 350 degrees F. Let cool to room temperature. I love to know what you are making!