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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake

Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake

Indulge in the delightful Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake, a perfect blend of zesty citrus and creamy richness. This cake features layers of luscious cheesecake and soft cake, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion—be it birthdays, weddings, or just a well-deserved dessert. The bright lemon flavor combined with the smooth texture creates a refreshing dessert experience that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. Easy to make and stunning in presentation, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz full-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • Zest from 2 lemons
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (for cake)
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon extract
  • Optional: zest of 1 lemon (about 1 1/2 tsp)
  • 6 to 6 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • Yellow food gel, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese, sugar, and salt until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in flour, sour cream, and lemon extract.
  3. Pour the cheesecake batter into prepared pans and bake for about 45 minutes. Cool completely before removing from pans.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat softened butter with sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, then mix in dry ingredients followed by buttermilk, lemon juice, oil, lemon extract, and zest.
  5. Divide cake batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
  6. For frosting, beat together butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar while mixing. Stir in lemon extract.
  7. Assemble the cake: layer cake with cheesecake in between and frost the top and sides.
  8. Decorate as desired using an offset spatula or piping bag.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 29g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Using a water bath while baking can help prevent cracks in the cheesecake layer.