Lemon Key Lime Cake
Brighten up your dessert table with this zesty Lemon Key Lime Cake, a citrus lover’s dream! This delightfully moist and tender cake combines the tangy flavors of fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and vibrant key lime juice for a refreshing balance of sweet and tart. Topped with a glossy citrus glaze that soaks into every layer, this cake offers a flavorful burst in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or any occasion that calls for something light yet decadent, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and delivers 12 generous servings. Whether you’re looking for a luscious dessert or a midday treat, this Lemon Key Lime Cake is guaranteed to impress your taste buds and your guests alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons key lime juice
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon key lime juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and key lime juice.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined after each addition.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and key lime juice to create the glaze.
Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top of the cake. Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before serving.
Slice the cake into 12 portions and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.9 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.6 g | 503% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 975 mg | 325% | |
| Sodium | 2455 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 743.7 g | 270% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 498.0 g | ||
| Protein | 59.0 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1104 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
