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Lemon Curd Cake

2023 ☀️🍰 Lemon Curd Cake: A Burst of Sunshine on Your Plate

🍋 Zesty and vibrant, this Lemon Curd Cake is a burst of citrusy delight. It features layers of moist lemon-infused cake with tangy lemon curd between them, all smothered in a luscious lemon buttercream. Perfect for lemon lovers and sure to brighten any occasion! 🍰🍋🎉
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 5 Servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for Lemon Curd Cake

  • 80 g lemon juice about 1-2 lemons
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 50 g butter cold, cut into smaller pieces

Explanation:

  • ⦁ - Lemon Juice: Squeeze the juice from fresh lemons to create a zesty tangy base for the lemon curd.
  • ⦁ - Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness to balance the tartness of the lemon juice.
  • ⦁ - Egg and Egg Yolk: Provides richness and helps thicken the lemon curd during cooking.
  • ⦁ - Butter: Adds a creamy and luxurious texture to the lemon curd.

Ingredients for Lemon Cake:

  • 200 g all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon zest of an organic lemon about 1-2 lemons
  • 70 g butter room temperature
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 120 g sour cream 18%, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil e.g., canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice about 1 lemon

Explanation:

  • ⦁ - All-Purpose Flour: Forms the base of the cake providing structure.
  • ⦁ - Baking Soda and Baking Powder: Leavening agents that help the cake rise.
  • ⦁ - Salt: Enhances the overall flavor and balances sweetness.
  • ⦁ - Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the cake.
  • ⦁ - Lemon Zest: Adds a burst of citrusy flavor.
  • ⦁ - Butter: Contributes to the cake's richness and moist texture.
  • ⦁ - Eggs: Bind the ingredients and provide moisture.
  • ⦁ - Sour Cream: Creates a soft and tender cake texture.
  • ⦁ - Vegetable Oil: Adds moisture and helps keep the cake tender.
  • ⦁ - Vanilla Paste: Enhances the cake's flavor with a rich vanilla aroma.
  • ⦁ - Lemon Juice: Provides an additional layer of citrus flavor.

Ingredients for Mascarpone Cream:

  • 150 g mascarpone
  • 10 g agave or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
  • 75 g confectioners sugar
  • 90 g heavy cream

Explanation:

  • ⦁ - Mascarpone: Forms the creamy and luscious base for the topping.
  • ⦁ - Agave or Honey: Sweetens the cream and enhances its flavor.
  • ⦁ - Vanilla Paste: Adds a delightful vanilla undertone.
  • ⦁ - Confectioners Sugar: Sweetens and thickens the cream.
  • ⦁ - Heavy Cream: Whips into a fluffy texture creating a luxurious topping for the Lemon Curd Cake.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Making Lemon Curd

  • - 🍋 Combine 80g lemon juice, 100g sugar, 1 egg, and 1 egg yolk in a saucepan.
  • - 🍳 Whisk it all together, then heat on medium until it thickens.
  • - 🔁 Sieve into a bowl, add 50g butter, and chill in the fridge.

Step 2: Preparing for Lemon Cake

  • - 🌡️ Preheat your oven to 170ºC/340ºF.
  • - 🔄 Line a round baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 3: Mixing Dry Ingredients

  • - 🍰 In a bowl, combine 200g flour, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Set aside.

Step 4: Lemon Zest and Sugar

  • - 🍋 Mix 200g sugar and 1 tbsp lemon zest together until fragrant.

Step 5: Mixing with Butter

  • - 🧈 Add 70g butter to the lemony sugar mix and blend until smooth.

Step 6: Adding Eggs

  • - 🥚 Gradually add 3 large eggs, one at a time, mixing until well combined.

Step 7: Combining Dry Ingredients

  • - ➡️ Add half of the dry ingredients, mix on low until combined.

Step 8: More Ingredients

  • - ➕ Include 120g sour cream, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp vanilla paste, and 3 tbsp lemon juice. Mix until just combined.

Step 9: Finishing the Batter

  • - 🔀 Add the remaining dry ingredients and gently fold until mixed well.

Step 10: Baking the Cake

  • - 🕒 Bake for 28-32 minutes at 170ºC/340ºF until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • - ☑️ Cool and remove from the pan.

Step 12: Making Mascarpone Cream and Assembling

  • - 🍮 Mix 150g mascarpone, 10g agave syrup/honey, 1 tsp vanilla paste, and 75g powdered sugar until smooth.
  • - 🥄 Whip in 90g heavy cream until thick.
  • - ❄️ Chill and frost the cake, adding lemon curd and swirling together.
  • - 🎉 Enjoy your homemade Lemon Curd Cake!

Notes

Nutrition Facts

 
⦁ Calories: 400 Kcal
⦁ Carbohydrates: 47g
⦁ Protein: 5g
⦁ Fat: 22g
⦁ Saturated Fat: 12g
⦁ Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
⦁ Monounsaturated Fat: 5g
⦁ Trans Fat: 1g
⦁ Cholesterol: 106mg
⦁ Sodium: 174 mg
⦁ Potassium: 68mg
⦁ Fiber: 0.5g
⦁ Sugar: 27g
⦁ Vitamin A: 679IU
⦁ Vitamin C: 4mg
⦁ Calcium: 51mg
⦁ Iron: 1mg
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