Alex’s Lemon Cream Cheese Butter Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10

Alex's Lemon Cream Cheese Butter Cake recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

530

Sugar

37g

Fat

30g

Alex's Lemon Cream Cheese Butter Cake is a popular dessert in the United States, often served with a cup of hot tea or coffee. This cake is light and fluffy, with a creamy filling of cream cheese and a tangy twist of fresh lemon juice. It's a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat after a meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C and line an 8-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese, butter, and grated lemon rind until smooth.
3.	Gradually blend in the caster sugar and eggs, beating well after each addition.
4.	Fold in the self-rising flour until the mixture is smooth and even.
5.	Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
6.	Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool.
7.	In a small bowl, whisk together the icing sugar and lemon juice to form a smooth glaze.
8.	Pour the glaze over the top of the cooled cake and, if desired, garnish with fresh lemon slices or zest.

PROS

This light and fluffy cake has a delicious tart flavour that perfectly balances the rich cream cheese and butter.

It’s easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and butter, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It’s also important to note that the lemon and cream cheese in this recipe may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or citrus allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, the lemon juice in the glaze provides a dose of vitamin C, which supports the immune system and skin health.
Cream cheese is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin A, which may help to promote healthy bones and teeth.

	250 g cream cheese or 250 g ricotta cheese
	250 g butter
	2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
	250 g caster sugar
	3 eggs
	350 g self rising flour
	1 cup icing sugar
	2 teaspoons lemon juice ( approx )