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Lime Pie Layer Cake

Lime Pie Layer Cake is an irresistibly delightful dessert blending sweet and tart flavors, featuring layers of cake and a tangy lime filling, topped with whipped cream frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour finely milled for a tender crumb
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder ensuring a light and fluffy texture
  • 1/2 tsp salt balancing the sweetness perfectly
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to create rich flavors
  • 1 3/4 cups sugar adding that delicious sweetness
  • 4 eggs eggs providing structure and richness
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract contributing warm, comforting notes
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice offering that vibrant tang
  • 1 tbsp lime zest intensifying the lime flavor
  • 1 cup buttermilk ensuring moisture and tenderness
Lime Filling Ingredients
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk for a smooth filling
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice enhancing the filling's zest
  • 1 tbsp lime zest layering the flavor within the pie filling
  • 3 egg yolks egg yolks thickening the luscious filling
Whipped Cream Frosting Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream forming a fluffy frosting
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar sweetening the whipped cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract rounding off the flavors

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar together until fluffy and pale.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract, lime juice, and lime zest.
  5. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
Baking the Cake
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Let the cakes cool completely in the pans.
Preparing the Lime Filling
  1. In a saucepan, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and egg yolks.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Making the Whipped Cream Frosting
  1. In a large bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Assembly
  1. Place one layer of cake on a serving plate. Add lime pie filling, followed by the second layer of cake.
  2. Top with dollops of whipped cream frosting and garnish with fresh lime zest.

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for smoother mixing. Use only the green outer layer when zesting limes to avoid bitterness. Extra lime zest can intensify flavor.