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Cover Easy Lemon Cake (AllInOne Lemon Sponge) Charlotte's Lively Kitchen (500x500)

Table of Contents

1. What ingredients do you need?
2. How do you make lemon sponge cake?
3. How do you make lemon cream?
4. How do you assemble the cake?
5. What are some tips for making lemon sponge cake?

What ingredients do you need?

Before starting, make sure you have the following ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs, separated
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

How do you make lemon sponge cake?

Follow these steps to make lemon sponge cake:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with cooking spray and line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
5. Add the egg yolk mixture to the flour mixture and whisk until smooth.
6. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the egg white mixture into the lemon mixture until no white streaks remain.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.

How do you make lemon cream?

Here is how to make the lemon cream:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature

1. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy.
3. Fold the whipped cream mixture into the mascarpone cheese mixture until well combined.

How do you assemble the cake?

Follow these steps to assemble the cake:

1. Place the cooled cake on a serving platter.
2. Spoon the lemon cream on top of the cake and spread it evenly with a spatula.
3. Garnish with fresh berries, if desired.

What are some tips for making lemon sponge cake?

Here are some helpful tips:

• Make sure to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form to ensure the cake rises properly.
• Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
• Make sure to grease the cake pan well and line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
• Let the cake cool completely before adding the lemon cream.
• For a lighter cake, you can substitute cake flour for the all-purpose flour.

Conclusion

Lemon sponge cake with lemon cream is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a light and fluffy cake and a tangy lemon cream, this dessert is sure to impress your guests. Follow the tips and instructions above to make a perfect lemon sponge cake every time.