Best 3 Lemon Cream Dessert Cake Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, lemon cream dessert cake stands as a radiant star, tantalizing taste buds with its symphony of flavors. This classic confection, crafted with a tender cake base, luscious lemon cream filling, and a delicate meringue topping, is a true masterpiece. Its zesty citrus notes, perfectly balanced with creamy sweetness, create an unforgettable experience that will leave you craving more. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just beginning your culinary journey, embarking on the creation of this delightful treat will undoubtedly yield a moment of pure bliss. So gather your ingredients, don your apron, and prepare to indulge in the exquisite indulgence of lemon cream dessert cake.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON CREAM CAKE (OLIVE GARDEN)



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Make and share this Lemon Cream Cake (Olive Garden) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef AmberK

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (18 ounce) box white cake mix
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup oil
3 egg whites
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
12 ounces cream cheese
3 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter (cold)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix, water, oil, egg whites, lemon juice and lemon zest. Follow directions on box. Pour into greased and floured spring-form pan. Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes. Cool.
  • For filling, mix softened cream cheese, powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Whip cream until stiff peaks form. Combine by hand with cream cheese mixture.
  • For crumb topping, combine flour and powdered sugar, cut in butter, vanilla, and lemon juice (pastry blender or food processor).
  • Slice cooled cake in half. Drizzle lemon juice on each cut side. Spread half of the cream mixture on bottom half of cake, put cake top on and spread the remaining cream on top and sides. Sprinkle crumb topping on top and pat on the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.5, Fat 35.4, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 82.2, Sodium 436.1, Carbohydrate 74.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 58.7, Protein 5.7

LEMON CREAM DESSERT



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My friend Mary and I enjoy coming up with innovative menus to try out on our husbands at our weekly Saturday night dinners. We combined 60-plus years of culinary experience to concoct this easy yet yummy layered lemon dessert. Our spouses loved it. -Laurel Adams, Danville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon cornstarch
1-1/2 cups cold water
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup lemon juice
CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup cold butter
TOPPING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups cold whole milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 carton (16 ounces) frozen whipped topping thawed

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch; gradually stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and lemon zest. Gently stir in lemon juice. Refrigerate until cool., In a bowl, combine flour and nuts. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; carefully spread over crust. Spread with cooled lemon mixture. In another bowl, beat milk and pudding mixes on low for 2 minutes; beat in vanilla. Fold in half of the whipped topping. Spread over lemon layer. Spread with remaining whipped topping. Chill for at least 4 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON CREAM DESSERT CAKE



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This takes a cake mix to the max. A very spectacular presentation and luscious to eat. I love this cake in the summertime!

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 ten inch tube cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (18 ounce) package white cake mix
1 cup water
1/3 cup cooking oil
3 egg whites
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoon lemons, rind of, finely shredded
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 -3 drops yellow food coloring
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (9 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed (Cool Whip)
1 (3 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon lemon, rind of, finely shredded
blueberries
strawberry, sliced
1 lemon, rind of, cut in short thin strips

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
  • In large mixing bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil and egg whites with an electric mixer on low speed until moistened.
  • Beat for 2 minutes on high speed.
  • Set aside 2 cups of the batter.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the 2-cups reserved batter, the lemon peel, lemon juice and food coloring.
  • Layer batters alternately in prepared pan, beginning and ending with yellow batter.
  • Using a narrow spatula, gently swirl through batters to marble.
  • Bake in a 350°F oven about 45 minutes or until it tests done with toothpick.
  • Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes; remove from pan and cool completely on wire racks.
  • For Frosting: In large mixing bowl, beat powdered sugar and cream cheese until smooth.
  • Fold in the frozen whipped dessert topping.
  • In a small bowl, mix vanilla pudding mix and milk with electric mixer on ow speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon shredded lemon peel.
  • Fold the pudding into the cream cheese mixture.
  • To Assemble Cake: Cut cake horizontally into three layers.
  • Spread some of the frosting between layers.
  • Frost entire cake with remaining frosting.
  • Garnish with blueberries, sliced strawberries and small pieces of lemon peel.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade lemon curd instead of store-bought.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
  • To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • For a smoother frosting, beat it on high speed for several minutes until it is light and fluffy.
  • If you are short on time, you can use a store-bought angel food cake instead of making your own.

Conclusion:

Lemon Cream Dessert Cake is a light and refreshing cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its delicious lemon flavor and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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