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Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting

Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Cake with Key Lime Cream Cheese Frosting, an exquisite dessert that will brighten any occasion. This zesty, moist cake is perfectly complemented by a creamy frosting, making it an ideal treat for birthdays, summer gatherings, or simply a sweet pick-me-up at home. With its vibrant flavor and appealing presentation, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s easy to make, allowing even novice bakers to create a show-stopping dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
  • 1 tbsp key lime zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: a few drops of green food coloring for a lime hue
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tbsp key lime juice
  • 1 tsp key lime zest
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: a drop of green food coloring for tint

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. In a measuring cup, combine milk, key lime juice, zest, and vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between the pans and bake for 28-32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
  6. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and key lime juice until fluffy.
  7. Assemble by layering the cake with frosting in between and on top.

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