Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting. This luscious dessert perfectly marries the tangy brightness of fresh key limes with a rich, creamy frosting, creating an unforgettable experience for your taste buds. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a summer barbecue, or simply craving something sweet, this cake is sure to impress. Its moist texture and vibrant flavors make it a crowd-pleaser, while the easy preparation ensures that even novice bakers can achieve impressive results. Customize your presentation with garnishes like lime slices or crushed graham crackers for that classic key lime pie feel.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Combine milk, lime juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry and wet mixtures to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Bake for 28-32 minutes; cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and lime juice until fluffy.
- Assemble layers with frosting in between and cover the cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 398
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 265mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 81mg