Description
Delightful lemonade cake blends zesty citrus with sweet bakery magic. Moist layers infused with tangy lemon promise refreshing dessert pleasure for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients:
- 1 (15.25 ounces/432 grams) lemon cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
Frosting Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter, softened
- 3 to 4 cups (360 to 480 grams) powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, preparing a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray or light greasing.
- Combine cake mix with specified liquid ingredients according to package directions, mixing thoroughly until smooth and well-blended.
- Transfer batter into prepared pan, ensuring even distribution, and bake for 28-33 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool for 15 minutes, then create multiple perforations across the surface using a fork.
- Whisk lemonade concentrate with powdered sugar until completely integrated, creating a smooth glaze.
- Gently pour the lemonade mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the perforated surface.
- Let the cake rest at room temperature until completely cooled, then refrigerate for approximately 1 hour to set.
- Cream together butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar, lemonade concentrate, and salt, blending until the frosting achieves a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Apply the prepared frosting evenly across the chilled cake’s surface.
- Slice and serve the refreshing lemonade cake chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Customize Cake Mix: Select a white or yellow cake mix for the best lemon flavor base, ensuring a light and airy texture.
- Fork Technique: Use a wooden skewer or fork with long tines to create deep, even holes for maximum lemonade absorption throughout the cake.
- Chilling Secret: Refrigerating allows flavors to meld and intensify, creating a more cohesive and refreshing dessert experience.
- Dietary Modifications: Swap regular ingredients with gluten-free cake mix, dairy-free cream cheese, and alternative sweeteners for different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 33 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 408
- Sugar: 50 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg