Lemon Cheesecake Cake Recipe

This Lemon Cheesecake Layer Cake combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the light, fluffy texture of cake, creating a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. The bright lemon flavor adds a refreshing twist that enhances the overall taste.

This cake recipe is straightforward and ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. With layers of lemon-infused cheesecake and moist cake, it’s sure to impress your guests.

Delicious Lemon Cheesecake Layer Cake Recipe

This Lemon Cheesecake Layer Cake features layers of lemon-flavored cake and creamy cheesecake, all topped with a tangy lemon frosting. The recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish and serves 10 people.

Ingredients

For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
For the Cheesecake Layer:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
For the Lemon Frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

Prepare the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice. Gradually add flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined.
Bake Cake Layers: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Cheesecake Layer: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, eggs, vanilla, lemon zest, and juice. Mix until well combined.
Bake Cheesecake Layer: Pour the cheesecake mixture into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until set. Allow to cool completely.
Make Lemon Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and zest until well combined.
Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Top with the cooled cheesecake layer, then add the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with lemon frosting.
Serve: Slice and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Cheesecake Layer Cake!