This recipe was a favorite of my Nana’s.

Set off on a flavorful adventure with this Lemon Velvet Cake—a vibrant dessert that blends tender cake flour, bright fresh lemon, and a silky cream cheese frosting. Below, you’ll learn step-by-step how to prepare this irresistible treat that’s bound to wow your taste buds and have you wanting another slice.

Ingredients for the Cake

Ingredients for the Frosting

Instructions

Cake Preparation

1. Heat the oven to 350°F.
2. Lightly grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs and egg whites one at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition.
6. Mix in the lemon juice, buttermilk, lemon zest, and vanilla.
7. Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until everything is fully incorporated.
8. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let the cakes sit in the pans for 10 minutes, then place them on a wire rack to cool completely.

Frosting Preparation

1. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar gradually, along with the lemon juice and lemon zest.
3. Mix until the frosting becomes creamy and uniform.
4. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake layers.

Enjoy your lovely Lemon Velvet Cake topped with bright, tangy Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting!