Today Show Recipes Lemon Cake
Ingredients
To make this delicious lemon cake from the Today Show, you'll need the following ingredients: 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature, 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar, 4 large eggs, at room temperature, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, and 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl using a hand-held or stand mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Add the granulated sugar and beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating on medium-high speed after each addition. Add in the vanilla extract, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and almond extract. Beat on low speed until just combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the lemon cream, beat the heavy cream in a large bowl using a hand-held or stand mixer until thickened. Add the confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice and beat until stiff peaks form. To assemble the cake, place one of the cooled cake layers on a serving plate. Spread with the lemon cream. Place the second cake layer on top and spread with the remaining lemon cream. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition
This recipe yields 12 servings. Each serving contains 479 calories, 25 grams of fat, 10 grams of saturated fat, 62 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of dietary fiber, 35 grams of sugar, and 6 grams of protein.
This cake is a delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion. It's light and fluffy, with a hint of lemon flavor in every bite. The tart lemon cream adds an extra layer of flavor that will be sure to please everyone at your gathering. Plus, with its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is a great choice for beginner bakers.
If you want to make this cake even more special, you can add some fresh berries or a lemon glaze. Or, you can even add some other fruits, such as peaches or plums, to the lemon cream for a different flavor. The possibilities are endless!
No matter how you serve it, this Today Show recipe for lemon cake is sure to be a hit. Enjoy!
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