There’s something irresistible about the combination of rich butter and tangy lemon. This Lemon Butter Cake brings those beloved flavors together in a dessert that is both refreshingly bright and wonderfully indulgent. Featuring a soft, buttery cake base and a luscious cream cheese layer, it’s the perfect treat for any lemon lover. Simple to make yet impressive to serve, this cake is destined to become a staple in your baking rotation.
Why You’ll Love This Lemon Butter Cake
Perfectly Balanced: A delightful harmony of buttery sweetness and citrus zing.
Creamy Indulgence: The smooth cream cheese layer provides a luxurious contrast to the light cake.
Effortlessly Elegant: Simple steps with a stunning, impressive result.
Incredibly Versatile: Perfect for brunch, tea-time, or a special dessert, served plain or dressed up.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Zest of 2 lemons
Juice of 1 lemon
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened to room temperature
2 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 large egg
Zest of 1 lemon
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