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Strawberry-Lemonade Layer Cake

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A light and refreshing layer cake with vibrant strawberry flavor and a tangy lemon cream cheese frosting. Perfect for spring or summer celebrations!

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 – 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (15.25 oz) box strawberry cake mix
  • 4 lemons, divided

For the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1 1/2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 cups confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake:
    • Preheat the oven and prepare the cake mix according to the package directions, using the eggs, oil, and water.
    • Bake in 2 (8-inch) round cake pans.
    • Cool the cakes completely on a wire rack.
  2. Make the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:
    • From 2 of the lemons, grate 1 tablespoon of zest and squeeze out 3 tablespoons of juice.
    • In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until very smooth.
    • Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, beating until well combined and fluffy.
    • Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  3. Assemble the Cake:
    • Once the cakes are cool, cut each layer in half horizontally to create a total of 4 layers.
    • Place one cake layer on a cake plate. Spread about 1 cup of frosting evenly on top. Repeat with the remaining layers, ending with a layer of frosting on the top layer.
  4. Frost the Cake:
    • Spread the remaining frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
    • Use a bench scraper or the side of a large icing spatula to smooth out the frosting, letting some of the cake sides peek through.
  5. Decorate:
    • Thinly slice the remaining 2 lemons and arrange the slices on top of the cake for decoration.

Notes

  • Garnish with fresh strawberries for an extra burst of spring flavor and color.
  • This cake is ideal for any spring or summer celebration due to its bright, refreshing flavors.

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