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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a decadent dessert that combines moist lemon cake layers with a rich cheesecake center, all wrapped in a luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s tangy, sweet, and perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box lemon cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans and one 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Prepare the lemon cake mix according to package instructions. Divide batter evenly between the two cake pans and bake as directed. Cool completely.
  3. For the cheesecake layer: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest until fully combined.
  4. Pour cheesecake batter into the springform pan and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is set. Let cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. For the frosting: Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar gradually, then mix in vanilla extract and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Assemble the cake: Place one lemon cake layer on a serving plate, top with the cheesecake layer, then add the second lemon cake layer on top. Frost the entire cake with cream cheese frosting.
  7. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with lemon slices or zest if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, chill all layers before assembling to make stacking easier.
  • You can make the cheesecake layer up to 2 days in advance.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the brightest flavor.

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