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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake

Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake
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Indulge in the Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake, a delightful dessert that beautifully marries the tangy zest of lemons with the rich creaminess of cheesecake. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any gathering, this cake features layers of moist cake and velvety cheesecake that create a symphony of flavors. With its stunning presentation and easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll impress your guests while satisfying their sweet cravings. Serve it with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat. Experience the refreshing taste of lemon in every bite!

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. For the cheesecake layer, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add salt, eggs one at a time, flour, sour cream, and lemon extract. Pour into pans and bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  3. For the cake batter, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Combine dry ingredients separately, then alternate adding to wet mixture with buttermilk, lemon juice, vegetable oil, and extracts. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Cool all layers completely before assembling and frosting as desired.

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