Lemon Drop Cake

Dairy Free
Lemon Drop Cake
195 min.
12
357kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing and zesty delight of our Lemon Drop Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion! This dairy-free treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of citrus flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant lemony essence, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a sweet ending to your day.

What sets this Lemon Drop Cake apart is its delightful combination of a moist, fluffy cake layered with a luscious lemon frosting. The use of fresh lemon juice adds a bright, tangy flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the cake. Plus, the addition of crushed lemon candies on top provides a fun and crunchy texture, elevating the cake to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Ready in just under three and a half hours, this recipe serves 12, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. Each slice contains approximately 357 calories, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free dessert that doesn’t compromise on taste. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this Lemon Drop Cake is sure to bring a smile to your face and a burst of sunshine to your table!

Ingredients

  • box lemon cake mix 
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh (1 large lemon)
  • 16 oz fluffy frosting 
  • drop m&m candies crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Line two 8-inch square pans with foil, letting foil hang 2 inches over 2 opposite sides of pans. Grease or spray bottoms and sides of foil.
  2. Make cake batter as directed on box.
  3. Pour into pans.
  4. Bake 25 to 32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes.
  5. In small bowl, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice. Poke top of warm cake every 1/2 inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking.
  6. Drizzle and spread lemon mixture over top of cake. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
  7. Remove cakes from pans by lifting with foil; peel away foil.
  8. In small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting uncovered on High 15 seconds. On serving plate, place 1 cake, rounded side down; trim if necessary so layer rests flat.
  9. Spread with half of frosting. Top with second cake, rounded side up. Frost top of cake with remaining frosting.
  10. Garnish with lemon drop candies. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories357kcal
Protein1.8%
Fat18.44%
Carbs79.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.58
Glycemic Load
11.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.1121738842162%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
0.74mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:356.98kcal
17.85%
Fat:7.35g
11.31%
Saturated Fat:1.83g
11.47%
Carbohydrates:71.56g
23.85%
Net Carbohydrates:71.02g
25.83%
Sugar:52.46g
58.29%
Cholesterol:0.01mg
0%
Sodium:383.51mg
16.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.62g
3.23%
Phosphorus:140.77mg
14.08%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.73%
Calcium:92.54mg
9.25%
Folate:33.34µg
8.33%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.97%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.55%
Vitamin K:6.16µg
5.87%
Vitamin B3:1.09mg
5.43%
Iron:0.97mg
5.38%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.16%
Vitamin C:1.97mg
2.39%
Fiber:0.53g
2.14%
Selenium:1.4µg
1.99%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.84%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.78%
Copper:0.03mg
1.63%
Magnesium:4.99mg
1.25%
Potassium:38.54mg
1.1%