Description
Raspberry Glazed Key Lime Cake is a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances the tanginess of key limes with a luscious raspberry glaze. This moist and fluffy cake is easy to make, making it ideal for novice bakers and experienced cooks alike. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, it’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply treating yourself any day of the week. Each bite bursts with citrusy goodness, leaving your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 2 key limes
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in key lime juice and zest.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the glaze, blend fresh raspberries with powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg