Best 7 Lemon Cream Cheese Torte Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the delectable "Lemon Cream Cheese Torte", a symphony of tangy lemon and creamy cheese flavors. This quintessential dessert combines a luscious cream cheese filling with a refreshing lemon curd, nestled between layers of buttery graham cracker crust. With every bite, experience the harmonious balance of sweet and sour, creamy and tangy, making this torte an unforgettable treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our carefully curated selection of recipes will guide you effortlessly in creating this masterpiece, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON CREAM TORTE



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Although my husband has retired from farming, I haven't retired from the kitchen! I still enjoy cooking and preparing our children's old favorites as well as trying new recipes. The creamy texture and lemony flavor of this dessert give the taste buds a treat!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant lemon pudding mix
2-1/2 cups cold whole milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • Combine butter and flour; pat into a 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool. In a large bowl, blend cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until smooth. Add half of the whipped topping, beating on low. Spread over crust. In another bowl, beat pudding mixes and milk for 2 minutes on low speed. Let set 10 minutes. Spread over cream cheese layer; let set 10-15 minutes. Cover with remaining whipped topping. Top with pecans if desired. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 14g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FOUR LAYER LEMON TORTE WITH LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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They'll think you special ordered this from a caterer or bakery when you serve this! It couldn't be easier since it starts with a packaged yellow cake mix and ready made raspberry preserves!

Provided by yooper

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (18 1/2 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
6 large eggs
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon grated lemon, rind of
3/4 cup raspberry preserves
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 (11 1/4 ounce) jar lemon curd
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon, rind of
1 1/2 cups sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • For Cake: Preheat oven to 350.
  • Butter two 9-inch-diameter springform pans with 2 3/4-inch-high sides.
  • Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl.
  • Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide batter between prepared pans.
  • Bake cakes until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 28 minutes.
  • Cool cakes completely in pans on racks.
  • Using small knife, cut around sides of pans to loosen cakes.
  • Remove pan sides.
  • Using serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half.
  • Place 1 cake layer, cut side up, on platter.
  • Spread with 1/4 cup preserves, then 3/4 cup frosting.
  • Top with second cake layer, cut side up.
  • Spread with 1/4 cup preserves, then 3/4 cup frosting.
  • Repeat with third cake layer.
  • Top with fourth cake layer, cut side down.
  • Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake.
  • Press almonds onto sides of cake.
  • Chill until frosting sets, about 2 hours.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; keep chilled.) For frosting: Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and curd in large bowl until smooth.
  • Add remaining ingredients and beat until well blended, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682.8, Fat 44, SaturatedFat 20.1, Cholesterol 190.3, Sodium 583.9, Carbohydrate 63.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 40.9, Protein 11.3

LEMON CREAM CHEESE TORTE



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I usually make my own cherry pie filling using tart cherries. I also make a raspberry filling that is very good on this torte. This is a recipe that I have used for years and I don't remember where I got it from.

Provided by 55tbird

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, melted
2 1/2 cups graham crackers, crushed
4 tablespoons sugar
1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk, chilled overnight
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 ounces cream cheese
3 ounces lemon Jell-O gelatin
1 cup hot water
1 (20 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients in a 9x13 pan.
  • Press down and micro on high for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Dissolve jello in hot water and chill until slightly thickened.
  • Cream sugar with cheese; add vanilla and jello; whip until well mixed.
  • Whip the cold milk until thickened and add to jello mixture.
  • Beat all ingredients with mixer until thick and smooth.
  • Pour into prepared graham crust in the 9x13 pan.
  • Refrigerate until set.
  • Top with pie filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.2, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 42.3, Sodium 291.1, Carbohydrate 57.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 35.7, Protein 5.6

LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Great flavor and so creamy. Great on Daffodil cake.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Lemon

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, butter, lemon juice, lemon rind, and vanilla together until smooth and fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar in 2 additions. Beat until creamy. Add more icing sugar or juice as needed for easy spreading. Makes about 3 2/3 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 66.5 mg, Sugar 39.3 g

LEMON WHIPPED CREAM TORTE



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This recipe features a creamy, refreshing filling in between light layers of moist sponge cake. It's a treat to make for special occasions.-Eilene Bogar, Minier, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
6 egg whites
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups milk
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and 1 cup sugar. Add lemon zest and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, mixing well after each addition; set aside. , Beat egg whites, gradually adding remaining sugar until soft peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold into the creamed mixture. Pour into three greased and waxed paper-lined 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For filling, combine sugar and flour in a saucepan. Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Gradually stir a little of the hot filling into the yolks; return all to the pan. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, vanilla and zest. Cover and cool. Fold in the cream. Spread between each layer and on top of cake. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts :

FOUR-LAYER LEMON TORTE WITH LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Four-Layer Lemon Torte with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting image

Provided by Phyllis A. Jones-Rubenstein

Categories     Milk/Cream     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Lemon     Almond     Chill     Jam or Jelly     Bon Appétit     New Mexico

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 18 1/2-ounce package yellow cake mix
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
6 large eggs
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
3/4 cup raspberry preserves
Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
1 1/2 cups sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter two 9-inch-diameter springform pans with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Combine first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake cakes until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 28 minutes. Cool cakes completely in pans on racks.
  • Using small knife, cut around sides of pans to loosen cakes. Remove pan sides. Using serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half. Place 1 cake layer, cut side up, on platter. Spread with 1/4 cup preserves, then 3/4 cup frosting. Top with second cake layer, cut side up. Spread with 1/4 cup preserves, then 3/4 cup frosting. Repeat with third cake layer. Top with fourth cake layer, cut side down. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. Press almonds onto sides of cake. Chill until frosting sets, about 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)

LEMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This fuss-free cream-cheese frosting is ideal for those who like their sweets not too sweet.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Makes about 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound cream cheese, room temperature
1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
1 pound confectioners' sugar (about 4 cups), sifted
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon), plus 4 teaspoons juice

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, butter and sugar until smooth, about 5 minutes. Beat in lemon zest and juice. Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Stir until smooth before using.

Tips:

  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy spreading and a smooth filling.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor and aroma.
  • Chill the torte thoroughly before serving for a clean slice and a firm texture.
  • Decorate with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This delightful Lemon Cream Cheese Torte is an absolute treat for lemon lovers. It features a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy and tangy lemon cream cheese filling, and a sweet and crunchy streusel topping. The combination of flavors and textures makes this torte a truly special dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer dessert or a special treat to serve at a gathering, this Lemon Cream Cheese Torte is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try – you won't be disappointed!

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