Description
Raspberry lemon bliss cake delights dessert enthusiasts with its perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Creamy lemon frosting and fresh raspberries create a delectable centerpiece for special occasions. Bakers will savor each luxurious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g) sugar
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 9 tbsps (4.5 oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (vanilla yogurt optional)
- 1.5 cups (180 g) raspberries (frozen recommended)
- 2 tsps baking powder
- 4 tbsps fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Optional: Small drop of yellow gel food coloring
Instructions
- Creaming: Whip unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl until the mixture transforms into a pale, velvety, and voluminous composition.
- Egg Integration: Delicately fold whipped egg whites into the butter mixture, maintaining a light, ethereal texture without compromising the airy structure.
- Raspberry Distribution: Gently incorporate fresh raspberries throughout the batter, ensuring even dispersion for consistent fruity bursts in every slice.
- Pan Preparation: Thoroughly grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, creating a non-stick surface for effortless cake release.
- Batter Placement: Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans, smoothing the surface with a spatula to achieve a level landscape.
- Baking Process: Position pans in a preheated 350°F oven, rotating midway through the 25-35 minute baking period to guarantee uniform golden perfection.
- Cooling and Removal: Allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack, permitting complete cooling for at least one hour before frosting.
- Frosting Assembly: Apply a luxurious layer of lemon icing between cake layers, then meticulously coat the entire exterior with a smooth, elegant finish.
- Presentation: Embellish with fresh raspberries and delicate lemon zest curls, creating a visually stunning and flavor-packed dessert masterpiece.
Notes
- Butter Temperature Matters: Ensure butter is at room temperature for smooth, even creaming that creates a light, fluffy cake texture.
- Egg White Technique: Whip egg whites separately and fold gently to maintain maximum volume and achieve an incredibly airy cake crumb.
- Raspberry Distribution: Lightly dust raspberries in flour before folding to prevent sinking and ensure even spread throughout the cake.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a professional, clean decorative finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg