Luscious Lemonade Cake

Luscious Lemonade Cake
120 min.
10
561kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing delight of our Luscious Lemonade Cake, a perfect dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a celebration of flavors that will transport you to sun-soaked days and breezy picnics. With its vibrant lemony zing and a hint of fresh mint, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.

Imagine a moist, fluffy vanilla cake infused with the tangy sweetness of lemonade drink mix, creating a harmonious balance that dances on your palate. Topped with a luscious frosting that’s both creamy and light, this cake is a feast for the eyes and the senses. The addition of grated lemon peel and fresh mint leaves not only enhances the flavor but also adds a beautiful touch of elegance to your dessert presentation.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to something sweet, this Luscious Lemonade Cake is the ideal choice. It serves 10, making it perfect for sharing, and with a preparation time of just 120 minutes, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the process of baking. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup butter softened
  • 10 servings mint leaves fresh
  • 10 servings lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 cup powdered lemonade mix 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  • box vanilla cake donut holes betty crocker® supermoist®
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray.
  2. Make cake mix as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs and adding 1/2 cup lemonade drink mix.
  3. Pour batter into pans.
  4. Bake as directed on box for 9-inch rounds. Cool 10 minutes; remove cakes from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely.
  5. In large bowl, beat all frosting ingredients with electric mixer on low speed until blended, then on medium speed 2 to 3 minutes until fluffy. (If frosting is too thick, add 1 to 2 teaspoons more cream.)
  6. Place 1 cake layer on serving plate; spread with frosting. Top with second cake layer. Frost top and side of cake with remaining frosting.
  7. Garnish with lemon peel and mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories561kcal
Protein1.78%
Fat35.68%
Carbs62.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.909130477387%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:560.8kcal
28.04%
Fat:22.59g
34.75%
Saturated Fat:14.05g
87.8%
Carbohydrates:89.09g
29.7%
Net Carbohydrates:88.38g
32.14%
Sugar:67.63g
75.15%
Cholesterol:55.53mg
18.51%
Sodium:512.56mg
22.29%
Alcohol:0.41g
100%
Alcohol %:0.4%
100%
Protein:2.53g
5.07%
Phosphorus:184.39mg
18.44%
Vitamin A:698.3IU
13.97%
Calcium:127.97mg
12.8%
Folate:38.93µg
9.73%
Magnesium:34.45mg
8.61%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.35%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.81%
Selenium:5.13µg
7.34%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
6.98%
Vitamin B3:1.28mg
6.42%
Iron:1.11mg
6.19%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.19%
Vitamin C:4.96mg
6.01%
Vitamin K:3.18µg
3.02%
Fiber:0.71g
2.85%
Copper:0.05mg
2.71%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.03%
Zinc:0.3mg
2%
Potassium:67.68mg
1.93%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.1%