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Easy Lemon Birthday Cake

Easy Lemon Birthday Cake Recipe
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Are you ready to bake a cake that will bring smiles to everyone around? This Easy Lemon Birthday Cake Recipe is your solution! Bursting with zesty lemon flavor and topped with a delightful whipped cream, this cake is ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or just when you want a sweet treat. Its light and moist texture, combined with the refreshing taste of lemon zest and poppy seeds, makes it a favorite in any home. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, even for novice bakers! Celebrate the special moments with this delicious cake that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line two springform pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by oil, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Fold in poppy seeds and lemon zest.
  4. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-27 minutes until golden. Cool completely before removing from pans.
  5. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  6. Assemble by layering whipped cream between cooled cakes and top with more whipped cream.

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