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Key Lime Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Key Lime Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

  • Author: Patricia
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Key Lime Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist, tender, and tangy dessert made from scratch with fresh key lime juice and zest. Perfect for any celebration or tropical craving, this cake is layered with a luscious cream cheese frosting for the ultimate citrus treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh key lime juice (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon key lime zest (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the key lime juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Mix in key lime juice, zest, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
  9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread frosting on top, then repeat with remaining layers. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
  10. Garnish with extra key lime zest or thin lime slices if desired. Chill slightly before slicing for best results.

Equipment

Notes

  • Use fresh key limes for the most authentic flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light texture.
  • Brush the cake layers with additional key lime juice for extra tang.
  • Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 470
  • Sugar: 41g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Key Lime Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, Easy Key Lime Cake, Homemade Key Lime Cake, Moist Lime Cake, Key Lime Dessert

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/key-lime-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting-recipe/