Key Lime Cake Recipe From Scratch
This Key Lime Cake is a zesty delight! Bursting with fresh lime flavor, it's perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 8 servings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Mix in the fresh lime juice and zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting or lime glaze and garnish with additional lime zest.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- 9-inch cake pans
Notes
- Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor; bottled juice can alter the taste.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep your cake light and fluffy.
- Check your cakes a few minutes before the recommended baking time to avoid overbaking.