Description
Sweet whispers of Italy dance through this lemon cream cake, promising pure Mediterranean bliss. Silky layers of zesty citrus and delicate cream invite you to savor a slice of culinary paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) lemon juice
Dairy Components:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipped cream
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coat two 8-inch circular baking pans with cooking spray or butter.
- Craft the cake mixture according to package guidelines, strategically replacing water with fresh lemon juice to enhance citrus flavor profile.
- Gently incorporate ricotta cheese into the liquid batter, ensuring smooth and even distribution for a luxurious, creamy texture.
- Carefully split the mixture between prepared pans, smoothing surfaces with a spatula for uniform baking.
- Place pans in preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, periodically checking doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into cake center.
- Remove cakes and allow complete cooling on wire rack for approximately 45-60 minutes at room temperature.
- Delicately assemble layers by spreading generous dollops of whipped cream between cake sections.
- Finish dessert by elegantly dusting powdered sugar across top layer, creating a refined and delicate presentation.
Notes
- Swap water with fresh lemon juice to intensify the citrus flavor and create a more vibrant cake profile.
- Gently fold ricotta cheese into the batter to ensure a smooth, creamy texture without deflating the cake’s airy structure.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free cake mix and verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Enhance the lemon essence by adding lemon zest directly into the batter for an extra burst of bright, tangy notes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 332 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg