Lemon Drop Cake

Dairy Free
Lemon Drop Cake
195 min.
12
199kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing 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 become a favorite among family and friends.

Imagine a moist, fluffy cake layered with a luscious lemon frosting, all topped off with a sprinkle of crushed lemon drop candies for that extra zing. The combination of fresh lemon juice and powdered sugar creates a delightful glaze that seeps into the warm cake, enhancing its flavor and making every bite a heavenly experience.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this Lemon Drop Cake is easy to make and will impress everyone at the table. With a preparation time of just under three hours, you can have this stunning dessert ready to serve in no time. Plus, it’s a guilt-free indulgence at only 199 calories per serving!

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a cake that’s not only delicious but also dairy-free. Your taste buds will thank you for this zesty, sweet creation that captures the essence of sunshine in every slice!

Ingredients

  • container optional: lemon 
  • drop optional: lemon crushed
  • box lemon cake mix 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh (1 large lemon)
  • cup powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F (325F 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

Calories199kcal
Protein3.22%
Fat5.43%
Carbs91.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.25
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.3047826268265%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.28mg
Hesperetin
0.78mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.61kcal
9.93%
Fat:1.21g
1.86%
Saturated Fat:0.7g
4.38%
Carbohydrates:45.85g
15.28%
Net Carbohydrates:45.31g
16.48%
Sugar:28.56g
31.74%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:313.9mg
13.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.61g
3.23%
Phosphorus:133.99mg
13.4%
Calcium:91.35mg
9.14%
Folate:30.33µg
7.58%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.72%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.01%
Iron:0.91mg
5.04%
Vitamin B3:1mg
5.01%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.17%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin C:2.06mg
2.49%
Fiber:0.54g
2.15%
Selenium:1.36µg
1.94%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.78%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.64%
Copper:0.03mg
1.63%
Vitamin K:1.25µg
1.19%
Magnesium:4.63mg
1.16%