Description
A delightful Raspberry Lemon Cake that combines the tartness of fresh raspberries with the zesty flavor of lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- For the frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh raspberries and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined and smooth.
- Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon slices.
Notes
- This recipe serves 10-12.
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the butter in the cake with unsweetened applesauce.
- For a fun twist, add a layer of lemon curd between the cake layers for extra tartness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg