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Lemon Truffle Cake
"This elegant silvery white cake is layered with a creamy lemon-truffle filling. It's a nice cake for a spring event, and it's perfect for Easter...."
INGREDIENTS
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CAKE:
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 2/3 cups granulated white sugar
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3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 1/4 cups milk
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3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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5 large egg whites
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LEMON TRUFFLE FILLING:
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3/4 cup granulated white sugar
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3 Tablespoons cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup water
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2 large egg yolks
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1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
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1/3 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
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1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
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6 ounces (1 cup) chopped white chocolate or chips
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
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WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING:
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1 cup whipping cream
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3 Tablespoons powdered sugar
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