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Lemon Raspberry Cake

Lemon Raspberry Cake

This Lemon Raspberry Cake combines zesty lemon and sweet raspberry for a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • Zest of 2 lemons
Fruits & Toppings
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup heavy cream for frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for frosting

Equipment

  • Two round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy for about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, followed by lemon juice and zest.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  6. Gently fold in fresh raspberries.
  7. Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before frosting with whipped heavy cream mixed with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to swap out fresh raspberries for blueberries or strawberries if you prefer. You could also add a splash of vanilla for warmth or substitute Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.

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