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Pink Lemonade Cake

Pink Lemonade Cake
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Pink Lemonade Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy notes. This visually stunning cake features layers of light, fluffy lemon cake complemented by luscious raspberry jam and topped with an irresistible pink lemon buttercream frosting. Ideal for spring gatherings, birthday parties, or any celebration that calls for a cheerful touch, this recipe is simple enough for bakers of all skill levels. With its bright colors and delicious taste, this cake will surely brighten your table and create sweet memories with friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon bicarb soda
  • 185g caster sugar
  • 230g unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 180g unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 600g icing sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pink food coloring (use sparingly)
  • 1 teaspoon citric acid
  • 100g raspberry jam (for garnish)
  • 3 frozen raspberries (crushed, for garnish)
  • ½ lemon, cut into thin slices (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 6-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and bicarb soda.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and caster sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in buttermilk and lemon zest.
  4. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  6. To make frosting, beat together room temperature butter and sifted icing sugar until smooth; mix in lemon juice and citric acid. Add pink food coloring gradually to achieve desired shade.
  7. Once cakes are cool, layer with raspberry jam and frost generously.

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