Lemon Meringue Cake
When life hands you lemons, make a Lemon Meringue Cake! This delightful dessert combines the zesty flavors of lemon with the sweet pillowy goodness of meringue, creating a perfect marriage of tart and sweet. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a cozy evening at home, this cake is sure to impress with its bright, citrusy taste and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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While the cakes are baking, make the lemon curd: In a saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
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Remove the lemon curd from the heat and stir in the butter until melted. Let the curd cool to room temperature.
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Once the cakes are done baking, let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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To make the meringue, beat the egg whites on low speed until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and increase the speed to medium-high. Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
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To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of lemon curd on top. Place the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the meringue, creating decorative peaks with a spatula.
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Using a kitchen torch, lightly toast the meringue for a beautiful finish.
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Serve slices of this Lemon Meringue Cake and enjoy the burst of citrusy flavors with every bite!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Total Fat
- 15 g
- Saturated Fat
- 9 g
- Cholesterol
- 110 mg
- Sodium
- 250 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 42 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 1 g
- Sugars
- 28 g
- Protein
- 5 g
This Lemon Meringue Cake is a showstopper that will brighten any occasion with its sunny disposition. Enjoy the process of baking this delightful cake and sharing it with your loved ones. Treat yourself to a slice of happiness and bring a touch of zest into your home with this irresistible dessert.