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Key Lime Cake: A Refreshing Dessert Recipe to Delight Your Taste Buds


  • Author: Dottie
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Key Lime Cake features a moist and fluffy texture infused with the tangy essence of fresh key limes, all topped with a creamy key lime frosting. It’s a refreshing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, guaranteed to impress with its vibrant flavor and stunning presentation.


Ingredients

  • Key lime juice
  • Key lime zest
  • Cake flour
  • Sugar
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Unsalted butter
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Frost the first layer, smoothing it out evenly.
  2. Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the frosted layer.
  3. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake, creating a smooth finish.
  4. For garnish, decorate the top with key lime slices, additional key lime zest, and whipped cream if desired.
  5. Slice and serve your delicious key lime cake, and enjoy the refreshing flavors!

Notes

  • Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
  • For a more intense key lime flavor, you can increase the amount of key lime juice and zest in both the cake and frosting.
  • This cake can be made a day in advance; just store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes