Best 9 Lemon Layer Cake With Pineapple Filling Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful experience of creating a delectable lemon layer cake with a tantalizing pineapple filling. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the process of crafting this classic dessert, perfect for special occasions, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With its vibrant yellow layers, zesty lemon flavor, and tropical pineapple filling, this cake is sure to impress and delight your taste buds. Let's dive into the world of baking and discover the secrets to achieving a moist, fluffy cake with a burst of citrusy and tropical flavors.

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LEMON LAYER CAKE WITH LEMON CREAM FILLING AND FROSTING



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If you want, you can simplify things by skipping the filling recipe and just using the frosting to fill in between the layers of cake. This cake will last for up to 4 days in the fridge.

Provided by Katie Workman

Time 5h35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for buttering the pans
2 3/4 cups cake flour (not self-rising), plus more for flouring the pans
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 large egg yolks
Pinch of kosher salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups fresh raspberries
4 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest plus 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • For the lemon cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter two 9-inch round cake pans, then insert a round of parchment cut to fit just inside the bottom of each pan. Butter the parchment, then flour the pans, tapping out any excess flour.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cake flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Using an electric, standing or hand mixer, beat the butter and granulated sugar until very fluffy and pale yellow, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs 1 at a time, then add the vanilla followed by the lemon zest and juice--the mixture may appear to break apart a bit or curdle, but it will come back together when the flour is added, so don't panic! Add about a third of the flour mixture and mix until just barely incorporated, then add half of the milk and blend. Repeat with one-third of the flour mixture, the rest of the milk and the rest of the flour mixture and blend until the ingredients are just completely incorporated.
  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl in the middle of this process. Scrape the batter into the prepared pans, dividing it evenly and smoothing the tops. Bake until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 22 to 26 minutes. Cool the cakes in the pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then run a knife around the insides of the pans to make sure the sides don't stick, place a wire rack over the top of each pan and invert the cake onto the wire rack. Peel off the parchment and cool completely.
  • For the lemon filling: While the cakes are baking, make the lemon curd. Whisk the granulated sugar, lemon juice, butter, egg yolks and salt in a small nonreactive saucepan. Place the pan over medium-low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Place the lemon curd in a small bowl, press a piece of plastic wrap on top of the surface and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours and up to a week.
  • Briskly stir the lemon zest into the chilled curd to blend well. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream just until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the lemon curd with a rubber spatula. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour but not more than 6 hours.
  • For the lemon frosting: In a large bowl with an electric, standing or hand mixer, beat the confectioners' sugar with the butter on low speed until combined, then turn the beater speed to high and add the cream and lemon zest and juice. Beat until fluffy.
  • To assemble the cake, place each cake layer upside down on a round of cardboard or a flat plate. Using an offset spatula or butter knife, frost the top and sides of each cake layer with a very thin layer of the lemon frosting. Place the cake layers in the freezer for 15 minutes or in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up the thin layer of frosting.
  • Place the bottom layer of cake on the platter that you will be serving it on and tuck thick strips of wax or parchment paper under the edges of the cake to keep the platter clean. Spread the lemon filling over the bottom layer, leaving a 1/2-inch border all around so the filling has a bit of room to spread when you place the second layer on top. Cover the filling with the raspberries, then place the second layer of cake on top.
  • Frost the cake with the rest of the frosting. The cake will keep for up to 4 days in the refrigerator, though it's best within a day of making. Bring to room temperature before serving.

PINEAPPLE LAYER CAKE



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"My mother had a large family to care for and not a lot of spare time for fixing fancy desserts. But somehow she regularly found a way to bake this cake for us," recalls Debbie Norling of Harris, Minnesota. "These days, I make it for Mom, as well as my family. It's still a treat!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/2 cup shortening
1-2/3 cups sugar
3 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/4 cups buttermilk
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon lemon juice
SEVEN-MINUTE FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large egg whites, room temperature
1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks and egg, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. , In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add pineapple to pan. Add water to juice to measure 3/4 cup; pour into pan and mix well. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add butter and lemon juice. Cool completely. , For frosting, in a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, egg whites, water and cream of tartar over low heat. With a hand mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 8-10 minutes. , Pour into a large bowl; add vanilla. Beat on high until frosting forms stiff peaks, about 7 minutes; set frosting aside., Set aside a third of the filling. Spread remaining filling between cake layers. Spread reserved filling in a 4-in. circle in the center of top layer. Frost the sides of cake and around the filling on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 418mg sodium, Carbohydrate 90g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LEMON LAYER CAKE



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This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor, a duet of sweet and tangy notes, really sings. -Summer Goddard, Springfield, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 large egg yolks, room temperature
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup 2% milk
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
SYRUP:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
FROSTING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
Optional: Lemon slices or edible flowers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment., Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs and egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest and juice. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and milk. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream mixture., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 24-28 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove parchment. Cool slightly., For syrup, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Cool completely., For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; beat in confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and salt until blended., Using a long serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half. Brush layers with warm syrup; cool completely., Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup frosting. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides with remaining frosting. If desired, top with lemon slices or edible flowers. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 841 calories, Fat 48g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 219mg cholesterol, Sodium 656mg sodium, Carbohydrate 96g carbohydrate (72g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

LEMON LAYER CAKE



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An old fashioned lemon cake recipe. It is usually made up of 3 to 6 white cake layers with a cooked lemon filling between the layers and iced in Seven Minute Frosting.

Provided by Tonya

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 ¼ cups white sugar
5 tablespoons cornstarch
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
3 lemons, juiced
2 cups boiling water
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for three 8 inch round pans. Cool cakes completely, then split each in half to make 6 layers.
  • For the Lemon Custard: In a large saucepan or double boiler combine sugar and cornstarch. Mix well, then stir in egg yolks, lemon zest and lemon juice. slowly whisk in the boiling water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Set aside to cool.
  • Place the bottom layer of cake on a serving plate. Spread with approximately 1/5 of the lemon custard. Repeat layers. Frost top and sides with Seven Minute Frosting (see footnote for link to recipe).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.2 calories, Carbohydrate 60.3 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 306.4 mg, Sugar 44.1 g

LEMON LAYER CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE FILLING



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A spectacular cake. More work than the ordinary but a lot can be done the day before. Make it for a special occasion and be prepared for raves.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 3/4 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, room temperature
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
5 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3/4 cup icing sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 3/4 cups chopped fresh pineapple, cored and trimmed
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons sugar
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup icing sugar
2 cups chilled cream
1 3/4 cups sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • For cake: Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F Butter 3, 8-inch in diameter cake pans. Cut 3 parchment rounds to fit bottoms of pans and butter these too.
  • Mix sour cream and soda in bowl and let stand 10 minutes.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl.
  • Cream butter with sugar in a large bowl for 8 minutes, until very light and fluffy. Add yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in juices, zest and sour cream mixture. Mix in dry ingredients in 3 additions.
  • Beat whites in a medium bowl to soft peaks.
  • Fold 1/4 of the whites into the cake batter to lighten and then gently fold in remaining whites.
  • Divide batter among 3 prepared pans. Bake about 30 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean. Cool in pans 5 minutes. Run small, sharp knife around sides to loosen. Turn out and cool completely.
  • For syrup: Stir icing sugar and juice in small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and bring to boil. Brush syrup over cakes (can be prepared 1 day ahead).
  • For filling: Mix pineapple and cornstarch in medium saucepan. Add butter, sugar and salt. Stir over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, about 10 minutes. Cool, cover and refrigerate until well chilled (can be prepared 1 day ahead).
  • For Lemon Whipped Cream Frosting (about 4 cups): Mince lemon zest with sugar in processor or mini-blender. Whip cream in large bowl to soft peaks. Gradually beat in sugar.
  • To assemble: Place 1 cake layer, syrup side up, on plate.
  • Gently spread 1/2 of pineapple filling on top.
  • Ice with 1/2 cup of frosting.
  • Top with second layer and repeat.
  • Top with third layer.
  • Ice top and sides of cake with remaining frosting.
  • Press coconut onto sides of cake (can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.5, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 26.7, Cholesterol 159, Sodium 562.7, Carbohydrate 75.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 52, Protein 6.1

LEMON LAYER CAKE



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Although its style varies from diner to diner, lemon layer cake is a regular item on the lunch counter. This version is full of pure lemon flavor: moist lemon cake layers filled with a tart, creamy filling, all covered with a lemon buttercream frosting. Serve with good-quality vanilla ice cream, if you like.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 1/2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, slightly softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large whole eggs, at room temperature
3 large egg yolks, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup whole milk
2 large egg yolks
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, slightly softened
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • 1. To make the lemon cake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the bottom and sides of two 9-inch round cake pans. Dust the pans with flour and tap out the excess.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir together the dry ingredients with a whisk. Set aside.
  • 3. In an electric stand mixer, using the paddle attachment or beaters, beat the butter on medium speed for about 30 seconds, or until creamy. Gradually add the sugar, increase the speed to medium-high, and continue to beat until the mixture is light, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  • 4. Add the whole eggs and egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla and lemon zest. Reduce the speed to low and gradually beat in he lemon juice (the batter will appear curdled at this point smooth out after you add the dry ingredients). Beat in the dry ingredients in 3 additions alternately with milk in 2 additions. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat for another 10 seconds. Scrape the batter into the prepared pans.
  • 5. Bake the cakes for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans on wire racks for 20 minutes. Invert the cakes onto the rakcs and cool completely.
  • 6. To make the lemon filling, in a medium nonreactive saucepan, whisk together the yolks and sugar until combined. Whisk in the lemon juice, butter, and salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the mixture turns opaque, thickens, and coats the back of the spoon. Do not let the filling boil, or it will curdle. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a medium bowl. Stir in the lemon zest and allow the filling to cool.
  • 7.Cover with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto the surface, and refrigerate for 1 hour, or until chilled.
  • 8. In a clean bowl of the electric mixer, using the whisk attachment or beaters, beat the heavy cream on high speed until soft peaks form. Remove the lemon filling from the refrigerator and whisk until smooth. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the filling. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the filling until ready to assemble the cake.
  • 9. To make the lemon frosting, in the large bowl of the electric mixer, using the paddle attachment or beaters, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy, about 30 seconds. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar on low speed. Add the cream, lemon juice, vanilla, and lemon zest. Increase the speed to medium-high, and beat for about 3 minutes, or until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  • 10. To assemble the cake, place 1 cake layer on a serving plate. Pile the lemon filling onto the center using a small offset metal spatula, and spread it into an even layer, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge of the cake layer. Top with the second cake layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the lemon frosting. (If some of the filling oozes out from the middle, just blend it with the frosting around the sides of the cake.) Serve the cake immediately, or refrigerate and bring to room temperature before serving.

SYBIL'S OLD FASHIONED LEMON LAYER CAKE



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This is one of my grandmother's recipes, a Southern classic. It is similar to a doberge--six thin layers with a tart lemon filling. I usually need 3 large fresh lemons for this recipe to produce the zest and juice.

Provided by REGINAHARRIS

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
2 ¼ cups white sugar
6 eggs, separated
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons milk
¾ teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 ¾ teaspoons lemon juice
2 ¼ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
½ cup lemon juice
5 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 3 9-inch cake pans. In a bowl, whisk together 3 1/4 cups of flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cream 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons softened butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth, then mix in 2 1/4 cups of sugar until thoroughly blended and fluffy. Beat 6 egg yolks into the butter mixture, one at a time, beating well after each yolk is added. Beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture in thirds, alternating with milk. Mix in 3/4 teaspoon of grated lemon peel and 1 3/4 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  • With clean beaters, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks in a bowl; lightly fold the egg whites into the batter; use a rubber spatula or wire whisk to fold 1/3 of the beaten egg whites into the batter. Gently run the spatula through the center of the bowl, then around the sides of the bowl, repeating until fully incorporated. Add the remaining egg whites, folding just until incorporated.. Pour the batter into the 3 prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes; then turn out onto a rack to finish cooling.
  • To make filling, whisk 2 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons of grated lemon peel, 1/2 cup of lemon juice, 5 1/2 tablespoons of flour, and beaten egg together in a saucepan. Cook the mixture over low heat, whisking constantly, until the filling almost comes to a boil; cook until thickened and smooth, about 1 minute. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted. Allow the filling to cool.
  • To assemble, place each cake layer down on a work surface, and place one hand lightly on the top of the cake. Use a serrated knife to slice the cake in half horizontally, with a light sawing motion, to create 2 layers from each cake (6 total layers). Brush crumbs from the layers. Place a cake layer onto a serving dish, and spread with 1/6 of the filling; repeat with all the layers and filling, ending with a layer of lemon filling for the top of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652.9 calories, Carbohydrate 106.2 g, Cholesterol 161.2 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 295.5 mg, Sugar 76.7 g

LEMON CAKE WITH A PINEAPPLE SURPRISE



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This is a made from scratch recipe... Homemade Lemon Cake with Pineapple Filling and Lemon Cream Cheese Icing....nothin but mmm mmm good

Provided by Serena 485247

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups self-rising flour
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/4 cup shortening
1 cup half-and-half
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 1/2 cups crushed pineapple (un-drained)
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs (Beaten)
4 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed well in cup with small amount of water)
1 (8 ounce) cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup butter (softened)
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • For Homemade Lemon Cake:. Preheat oven to 350
  • two 9 inch round pans have them greased and floured.
  • Cream together the shortening and 1 1/2 cups white sugar. Beat in the 2 eggs. Add the flour, milk, and Lemon extract and vanilla, and beat to a soft smooth batter. _.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tester inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • For PIneapple Filling:.
  • Beat 3 eggs in saucepan add 1 1/2c sugar and pineapple.
  • In separate cup mix cornstarch with water. bring pineapple to boiling point, add cornstarch mixture very slowly while stirring, turn to low heat stir till thickens take off heat. You want it thick.......
  • For Lemon Cream Cheese Icing:.
  • cream together your cream cheese and butter till very smooth add about 1 cup or more of confectionary sugar... add in a dash of vanilla and about a teaspoon of lemon extract.
  • start adding in your confectionary sugar slowly as blending... blend well as to get no lumps.... Taste it make sure it is sweet.......
  • Let cake cool put cooled pineapple filling on top of bottom layer... then put on top layer cake.... Put cream cheese lemon icing on top layer....enjoy.... very good cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6797.8, Fat 277.9, SaturatedFat 146.4, Cholesterol 1640.5, Sodium 4958, Carbohydrate 1012.2, Fiber 10, Sugar 775.1, Protein 83.1

LEMON DUMP CAKE



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This easy cake is the perfect balance of tart, creamy, and sweet, and the texture is soft with just the right amount of crispness.

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Dump Cake From a Mix

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

nonstick cooking spray
1 (22 ounce) can lemon pie filling
1 (15.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
½ cup salted butter, cut into small pieces
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Spread the lemon pie filling onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish in an even layer with a spatula.
  • Sprinkle half of the cake mix in an even layer over the lemon pie filling. Add the pieces of the cream cheese evenly over the cake mix, then top with the remaining cake mix in an even layer. Add the butter pieces, spaced out evenly over the top of final cake mix layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the topping is browned and the cake mix powder has all absorbed and baked, 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Serve topped with Cool Whip®.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.1 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 117.6 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 412 mg

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients and equipment. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring your butter, eggs, and sour cream to room temperature before you start baking. This will help them to blend together more easily and create a smoother batter.
  • Cream the Butter and Sugar Together Until Light and Fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter and more tender cake.
  • Do Not Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in a tough cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Cake Layers Until a Toothpick Inserted into the Center Comes Out Clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the Cake Layers Cool Completely Before Frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a Pineapple Filling That Is Thick and Spreadable: This will help to prevent it from seeping out of the cake.
  • Frost the Cake With a Smooth, Even Layer: This will help to give the cake a professional look.
  • Chill the Cake Before Serving: This will help to set the frosting and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Lemon layer cake with pineapple filling is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy cake layers, tangy lemon frosting, and sweet pineapple filling, this cake is sure to be a hit. By following the tips above, you can make a delicious and beautiful lemon layer cake with pineapple filling that will impress your friends and family.

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