Lemon Cake
"Two tiers of citrus-infused yellow cake that's layered and topped with a light and fluffy lemon frosting. This gorgeous tiered lemon cake is topped with decadent lemon buttercream frosting and candied lemon slices for garnish. It’s a refreshing cake that’s perfect for spring or summer parties! If you’re looking for a show-stopping dessert to make for a party, you’ve come to the right place. This beautiful lemon cake has two tiers of citrus-infused yellow cake that’s layered and topped with a light and fluffy lemon frosting. "
Serves14
Preparation Time1 hr
Cooking Time45 min
Cooking MethodOven
Cooking Vessel Size2 8-inch round cake pans, stand mixer
Ingredients
- 1 cup Shortening
- 2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Extract
- Zest of Lemon
- 4 Eggs
- 4 cup Cake Flour
- 3 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cup Buttermilk
- 1/3 cup Butter
- 32 ounce Powdered Sugar
- 1 Egg Yolk
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Extract
- 1/2 cup Cream
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- Slices of Lemon
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Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease and flour two 8 inch round cake pans and set aside.
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In a bowl of a stand mixer, use the whisk attachment to cream the shortening and sugar together.
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