LEMON VELVET CAKE

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I love lemon desserts. Tart and not too sweet. If the cake is going to stand for a while use the glaze as the sugar will be absorbed in humid conditions. I thank Bill's Personal Cook for this one:)

Provided by riffraff

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 1/4 cups cake flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon, zest of
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
1 1/3 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1/3 cup water
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup orange juice
confectioners' sugar, for dusting
2 tablespoons butter, room temp (optional)
1 cup confectioners' sugar (optional)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional)
1 teaspoon hot water (optional)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Butter and flour a 9 x 13 cake pan.
  • Mix together flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Cream butter in large bowl with mixer.
  • Add lemon and orange zest.
  • Cream until smooth and light, about 2 minutes.
  • Slowly add sugar, blending well and scraping sides of bowl.
  • Add eggs, one at a time.
  • In a small bowl, combine water, lemon and orange juices.
  • Add the dry ingredients alternating with the liquids.
  • Mix well until smooth.
  • Spoon into prepared pan--smoothing the surface.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden on top and springy to the touch.
  • Remove from oven and cool on a rack.
  • Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving.
  • A thin lemon glaze also works nicely.

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I loved this cake! It was so moist and flavorful. The lemon flavor was perfect and not too overpowering. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lemon desserts.


kayla lieah
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The lemon flavor was nice and the cake was moist. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet desserts.


Miyan Khan
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This cake was delicious! The lemon flavor was perfect and the cake was moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lemon desserts.


Daniel Kiernan
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This cake was a bit dry, but the lemon flavor was good. I would recommend using a different recipe if you're looking for a moist lemon cake.


Ajnabi Ajnabi
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This cake was very easy to make and it turned out great! The lemon flavor was perfect and the cake was moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and delicious lemon cake.


Tuhin Hussain
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique lemon flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Littbarski Cletus
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The lemon flavor was nice and the cake was moist. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet desserts.


Kaneez Ali
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. The lemon flavor is perfect and not too overpowering. I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit.


Okoro John
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The lemon flavor is perfect and the cake is so moist. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lemon desserts.


Ashley Miscuk
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I'm a beginner baker and this recipe was easy to follow. The cake turned out perfectly and was a big hit with my family. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Samiulislam Maruf
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he had ever had. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the lemon frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


sharif bulungu
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique lemon flavor and the moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again for future parties.


Irfan Info
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this cake was surprisingly delicious. The lemon flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the cake itself was moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lemon desserts or


Loopy tiger64
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This lemon velvet cake was a delight to make and even better to eat! The texture was moist and fluffy, and the lemon flavor was perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this cake again.


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