Lemon Cake Recipes

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Mini Gluten-Free Lemon Cakes

Pound cake is a classic dessert for a reason: It’s rich, dense and moist, but also wonderfully tender. When baking gluten-free,

How to Make Gluten-Free Lemon Cake

It is possible to make moist, tender gluten-free pound cake at home! Our favorite recipe has a bright lemon flavor....


How to Make Lemon Custard Magic Cake

Light, lemony and made with only six ingredients, this lemon custard cake is perfect for any occasion. Here's how to...


Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Olive oil cakes are tender and moist, and stay that way longer than butter-based cakes, so they are wonderful if...


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How to Make a Copycat Starbucks Lemon Loaf Cake

Satisfy your cravings with this copycat Starbucks lemon loaf cake recipe.

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33 Irresistible Lemon Cake Ideas

Lemon brightens and enlivens any dish. These lemon cake ideas are the perfect balance of sweet and tart—they're perfect for...


Margarita Cake

6 reviews

This margarita cake is perfect for a picnic on a warm day. You'll be surprised at how closely it tastes...

Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes

12 reviews

My granddaughter Sydney has acquired a love of baking. While I was visiting her in Tampa, we made these light,...


Lemon Rhubarb Tube Cake

2 reviews

For a taste of summer, try this dessert. The cake's fresh lemon flavor and tart rhubarb topping are so refreshing....


Mom’s Citrus Buttermilk Cake

8 reviews

Everyone raves over this lovely lemon cake. It's divine with fresh raspberries and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. —Joan...


Ginger-Glazed Lemon Bundt

2 reviews

Tangy ginger, tart lemon and puckery cranberries make this melt-in-your-mouth cake as crisp—and gorgeous—as autumn. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Six-Layer Coconut Cake with Lemon Filling

2 reviews

I found this recipe when going through my grandmother's old files. It was originally made with an orange filling, but...


Lemon Coconut Cake

8 reviews

“If you’re pressed for time, use a white cake mix and dress it up with the filling and frosting from...


Rhubarb Cake with Lemon Sauce

6 reviews

“This is our all-time favorite rhubarb recipe. I think it tastes best when both the cake and sauce are warm,...


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Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake

46 reviews

Everyone raves about this pretty lemon sour cream pound cake—and it sure doesn't last long with my family. It also...


Lemon-Filled Coconut Cake

14 reviews

One of my coworkers brought this cake to a luncheon almost 40 years ago. It was so delicious that I...

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Lemon Chiffon Cake

67 reviews

This moist, airy lemon chiffon cake was my dad's favorite. Mom revamped the original recipe to include lemons. I'm not...


Lemon Ricotta Cake

11 reviews

This lemon ricotta cake recipe is a family gem that was passed down from my grandmother and mother. Garnished with...


Italian Triple Lemon Cream Cake

4 reviews

Refreshing and impressive, this show-stopping cake is perfect for Easter, a summer party or even Christmas dinner. In case you...


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Lemon Layer Cake

28 reviews

This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor, a duet of sweet...


Lemon Cake Roll

13 reviews

This recipe dates back quite a few years. My mother made it for me when I was a child, and...


Moist Lemon Tea Cakes

33 reviews

Whenever I serve these lovely bite-size glazed cakes, they get rave reviews...and I get requests for the recipe. Lemon and...


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Raspberry Lemon Cake

28 reviews

Want a change from chocolate cake? Try this elegant lemon raspberry cake packed with refreshing citrus flavor, from the cake...


Lemon Whipped Cream Torte

2 reviews

This recipe features a creamy, refreshing filling in between light layers of moist sponge cake. It's a treat to make...


Lemon Pound Cake Loaves

12 reviews

My family always asks for this love-me-tender lemon loaf cake. Sometimes, I shake things up and make cupcakes with the...

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Blueberry-Lemon Upside-Down Cake

9 reviews

I was young when I married, so I watched my mother-in-law to learn baking. This cake with fresh blueberries is...


Strawberry Lemon Shortcake

6 reviews

I love a good strawberry shortcake, but this recipe is my favorite by far. The citrus zest in the dough...


Rosemary & Thyme Lemon Pudding Cakes

1 review

These simple little cakes are absolutely divine and are perfect with hot tea. Think English tea party! Your guests will...


Citrus Berry Shortcake

11 reviews

Here's a quick and easy classic with a soft shortcake layer. Sometimes, I'll sprinkle blueberries over the top for an...


Pink Lemonade Stand Cake

9 reviews

If you love a moist and creamy cake, this one’s for you. The lemon juice and lemonade give the layers...


Citrus Mini Cakes

6 reviews

These moist, bite-size muffins from Linda Terrell of Palatka, Florida are melt-in-your-mouth good. "With their appealing look, they really dress...