This straightforward and delicious cake is perfect for those who appreciate a quick, no-fuss approach to baking. Topped with a creamy lemon-flavored cheese frosting, this cake combines simplicity with a burst of tangy sweetness that's sure to delight any palate.
Why You'll Love This: The cake itself is moist and tender, easy to prepare, and serves as a wonderful canvas for the rich, lemony cream topping. The combination of sweet cake and zesty lemon cream offers a refreshing twist on traditional frosted cakes. This cake is a testament to the magic that happens when simplicity meets quality.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for any occasion where you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. It's perfect for family gatherings, casual get-togethers, or even as a special treat to brighten up a weekday. Serve it chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Baking Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
- For the frosting, make sure the cream cheese is soft before mixing to avoid lumps.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before applying the frosting to prevent it from melting into the warm cake.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup of oil
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 and 1/4 cups of sugar
- Salt and vanilla to taste
- 1 and 1/4 cups of flour
- 8 grams of baking powder
- For the Syrup:
- Water and sugar (quantities as needed to achieve desired sweetness)
- For the Creamy Lemon Topping:
- 3 small packages of sweetened cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons of fine sugar
- 2 tablespoons of milk powder
- Juice of one large lemon
- Vanilla to taste
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, and milk. Add sugar, salt, and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, stirring until just combined to keep the batter light and airy.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Syrup:
- Combine equal parts of water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let cool slightly.
- Once the cake is baked, drizzle the syrup over the cake to moisten it. Allow the cake to absorb the syrup and cool completely.
- Prepare the Creamy Lemon Topping:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, fine sugar, milk powder, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream topping evenly over the cooled cake.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to set the topping and enhance the flavors.
Enjoy! This cake, with its creamy lemon topping, is a wonderful treat that offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for any occasion that calls for something sweet and refreshing.