Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Key Lime Cake, a perfect dessert that embodies the spirit of summer. This cake features three layers of moist, fluffy cake infused with zesty key lime juice and is complemented by a buttery graham cracker crumble between each layer. Topped with a sweet yet tangy key lime buttercream frosting, itβs an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or a comforting treat at home. Simple to make and visually stunning, this Key Lime Cake will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cake flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups sugar
- Β½ cup sour cream
- 8 tablespoons key lime juice
- 5 egg whites
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1.5 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 6β8 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, milk, vegetable oil, key lime juice, and egg whites; mix well.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Divide batter among pans and bake for about 20 minutes.
- Allow cakes to cool before assembling with layers of frosting and graham cracker crumble in between.
- Frost the entire cake with remaining buttercream and garnish with lime slices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For the best flavor, use fresh key limes instead of bottled juice. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Chill the cake after frosting for easier slicing.