Virgo Cake

A refined and balanced cake that combines subtle flavors of vanilla and citrus with a smooth buttercream frosting.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Course Cake

Cuisine American

Servings slices

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Cake Pan
Mixer
Spatula

Ingredients

2 cups All-purpose flour
2 tsp Baking powder
1/4 tsp Salt
1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened
1 cup Sugar
3 large Eggs
2 tsp Vanilla extract
1 tbsp Lemon zest
1/2 cup Milk
1/2 cup Butter softened
2 cups Powdered sugar
2 tbsp Heavy cream
1 tbsp Lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the buttercream, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, lemon juice, and beat until smooth and fluffy.
Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of buttercream on top of one cake, then place the second cake on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream.
Garnish with extra lemon zest or edible flowers, if desired. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

This cake can be decorated with lemon slices or fresh flowers for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 320IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Citrus, Elegant, Vanilla