Spring Fling Cake Denver Recipe

July 08, 2023 Post a Comment

SMELLIN COFFEE Spring Fling Cake (The Market.. Larimer Street) from chassmellincoffee.blogspot.com

It is finally that time of the year when the days get longer and warmer and you can feel the spring air! With the arrival of spring comes the joy of new flavors and new recipes, and of course, the perfect chance to make a special spring-themed dessert. The Spring Fling Cake Denver Recipe is a sweet treat that is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or just a fun treat for the family. This light and fluffy cake is filled with a creamy lemon curd and topped with a light and airy meringue frosting. It’s sure to be a hit with everyone!

Ingredients

For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk

For the lemon curd:
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest

For the meringue topping:
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

To make the cake:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.

To make the lemon curd:
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and butter.
2. Place over medium heat and whisk constantly until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
3. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon zest. Allow to cool completely before using.

To make the meringue topping:
1. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Slowly add the sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
2. Spread the meringue topping over the cooled cake.

Assemble the Cake

1. Place one of the cooled cake layers on a cake stand or plate. Spread the lemon curd over the top.
2. Place the remaining cake layer on top of the curd.
3. Pipe or spread the meringue topping over the top and sides of the cake.
4. Place the cake in the refrigerator to allow the meringue topping to set.
5. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition

One slice of spring fling cake Denver recipe contains approximately:
- 678 calories
- 35 grams of fat
- 90 grams of carbohydrates
- 7 grams of protein
- 3 grams of fiber
- 186 milligrams of sodium

This sweet and light cake is perfect for any special occasion and is sure to be a hit with everyone! With its light and fluffy cake layers, creamy lemon curd, and airy meringue topping, this spring-themed dessert is sure to please. Enjoy the flavors of spring with this delicious cake recipe!