Lemon-Rosemary Layer Cake

Per serving

739.2kcal
7.2гProteins
27.3гFats
119.5гCarbs

This was sent to me from TOH & I love both lemon & rosemary so can't go wrong with that. It states in the description: Tall and impressive, this unique dessert is a treat for the senses with flecks of lemon peel and fresh rosemary. It may even be good to add some lemon curd to the filling

Ingredients

16 serv.
  • butter1 cup

    plus 2 tablespoons softened

  • sugar2 1⁄2 cups
  • eggs4
  • egg yolk1
  • all-purpose flour4 cups
  • baking powder3 teaspoons
  • salt1 1⁄2 teaspoons
  • baking soda1⁄4 teaspoon

    plus 1/8 teaspoon

  • sour cream1 1⁄2 cups
  • lemon juice6 tablespoons
  • grated lemon peel3 teaspoons
  • minced fresh rosemary3 teaspoons
  • FROSTING
  • cream cheese16 ounces

    softened

  • confectioners' sugar8 1⁄4 cups
  • teaspoons lemon peel, grated3
  • teaspoons lemon juice2 1⁄4

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  2. 2

    Add eggs and yolk, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition.

  3. 3

    Beat in the lemon juice, peel and rosemary.

  4. 4

    Transfer to three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans.

  5. 5

    Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until edges begin to brown.

  6. 6

    Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

  7. 7

    In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy.

  8. 8

    Add the confectioners’ sugar, lemon peel and juice; beat until smooth.

  9. 9

    Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Source: food.com
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