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Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in the zesty and refreshing flavors of this Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this citrus-infused dessert is a true crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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For the cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest
  • 1/4 cup key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk

For the frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon key lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Prepare the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by key lime zest, key lime juice, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
  5. Bake: Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool the cakes on wire racks.
  6. Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, key lime juice, zest, and vanilla. Frost the cakes once cooled.

Notes

  • If fresh key limes are unavailable, bottled key lime juice is a good alternative.
  • For extra citrus flavor, brush some key lime juice between the cake layers before frosting.
  • Store the cake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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