Easter Key Lime Cake

Easter Key Lime Cake is a delicious dessert that is perfect for the spring season. This cake is a combination of tangy key lime and sweet vanilla flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more. To make this cake, you will need the following ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup key lime juice
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
To make the cake, preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, oil, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the key lime juice, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, key lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt, beating until smooth and creamy.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting. Garnish with lime slices or zest, if desired.
This Easter Key Lime Cake is a perfect combination of tangy and sweet flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more. The cake is moist and fluffy, while the frosting is creamy and delicious. This dessert is perfect for any spring occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
Type: Dessert Cake
Main Ingredients: Key Lime, Vanilla, Flour