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Decadent Raspberry Lemon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulgent Decadent Raspberry Lemon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Decadent Raspberry Lemon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting bursts with fresh lemons and juicy raspberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: birthday cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert, Raspberry Lemon Cake, Special Occasion, Summer Cake
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Lemon Extract optional
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 large Large Eggs at room temperature
  • 2 cups Cake Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Raspberries do not thaw if frozen
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour to coat raspberries

Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese softened
  • 4 cups Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Raspberry Preserves

Decoration Ingredients

  • 1 lemon Thinly Sliced Lemon
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries

Instructions

Cake Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prep two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and cooking spray.
  • Cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add lemon zest, lemon extract, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  • Fold dry ingredients into the butter mixture, then stir in whole milk, sour cream, and lemon juice until just combined.
  • Toss raspberries in a bit of all-purpose flour and gently fold into the batter.
  • Divide the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frosting and Assembly

  • Beat cream cheese and butter together until creamy; gradually add confectioners' sugar, lemon zest, juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  • Once cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving platter, spread frosting, and add a layer of raspberry preserves. Top with the second layer and frost the top and sides.
  • Decorate with thinly sliced lemon and fresh raspberries for a stunning finish.

Notes

For extra zing, drizzle with lemon glaze if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg