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Irresistible Lemon Cheesecake Cake

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A showstopper dessert combining moist lemon cake layers and creamy cheesecake, perfect for celebrations or indulgent treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
  • ½ cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool completely and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the lemon zest and juice. Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-…
  3. Beat the butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest, mixing until combined. Add heavy cream a tablespoon at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
  4. Place one lemon cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of frosting over the top. Carefully place the cheesecake layer on top, followed by another thin layer of frosting. Add the second lemon cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake. Smooth the frosting with an offset spatula.
  5. Garnish with fresh berries, candied lemon slices, or extra lemon zest for a stunning presentation.

Notes

[‘Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth batters and frostings.’, ‘Avoid overmixing the cake batter to maintain a tender texture.’, ‘Cool the cheesecake and cake layers completely before assembling to prevent melting the frosting.’, ‘Chill the assembled cake for a few hours to enhance the flavors.’]

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