Key Lime Cake
A bright and tangy dessert featuring a moist cake and luscious key lime frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup key lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- lime zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the key lime juice and lime zest until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting by whipping the cream and mixing it with cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g