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Zesty Delight: A Lemon Cream Cheese Cake Recipe

A zesty Lemon Cream Cheese Cake combines creamy richness with a light, airy texture, making it an ideal dessert for celebrations and gatherings.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add granulated sugar and mix until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time.
  5. Stir in fresh lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.