"This simple Lemon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a great "everyday" dessert option. Easy, delicious, and sure to please lemon lovers!..."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Lemon Cake:
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
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1 teaspoon lemon extract
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup full-fat milk
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1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
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1/4 cup canola OR coconut oil (melt coconut oil first, if using)
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For the Creamy Lemon Frosting:
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4 ounces cream cheese, VERY soft
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, VERY soft
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2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
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1 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
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2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons full-fat milk, more if needed