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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Curd Layer Cake?

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/3 cups sugar, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 4 large eggs, and more.

Is Lemon Curd Layer Cake suitable as baking & desserts?

Yes, Lemon Curd Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Lemon Curd Layer Cake?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Lemon Curd Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Lemon Curd Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/3 cups sugar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 cup fresh lemon juice; 4 large eggs; 4 large egg yolks; 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 3/4 cup powdered sugar; 2 cups chilled whipping cream; 1 1/2 cups cake flour; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 4 large egg yolks; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 8 large egg whites; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; Lemon slices, halved, patted dry

Lemon Curd Layer Cake

Eats Now Editorial Team · 2594 kcal · Baking & Desserts

1
Combine 2 1/3 cups sugar and 2 teaspoons cornstarch in heavy medium saucepan.
2
Gradually whisk in fresh lemon juice.
3
Whisk in eggs and yolks; add butter.
4
Whisk over medium heat until curd thickens and boils, about 12 minutes.
5
Pour into medium bowl.
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Refrigerate until cold, at least 5 hours.
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(Can be prepared 1 week ahead.
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Cover and keep refrigerated.)
9
Beat powdered sugar and 1 1/4 cups lemon curd in large bowl just until blended.
10
Beat cream in medium bowl until firm peaks form.
11
Fold cream into curd mixture in 3 additions.
12
Chill until firm, at least 4 hours.
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Preheat oven to 350F.
14
Butter and flour three 9-inch-diameter cake pans with 1 1/2-inch-high sides; line bottoms with parchment paper.
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Whisk 1 1/2 cups cake flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and teaspoon salt in large bowl.
16
Add 4 yolks, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, orange juice, lemon peel and 3/4 cup curd to bowl (do not stir).
17
Combine whites and 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar in another large bowl.
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Using electric mixer, beat whites until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add remaining 1 cup sugar, beating until stiff but not dry.
20
Using same beaters, beat yolk mixture until smooth.
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Fold whites into yolk mixture in 3 additions.
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Divide batter equally among prepared pans.
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Bake cakes until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.
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Cool cakes in pans on racks 15 minutes.
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Turn cakes out onto racks; peel off parchment.
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Cool cakes completely.
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Spoon 1 cup frosting into pastry bag fitted with plain round tip; refrigerate bag.
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Place 1 cake layer on cake platter.
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Spread top of cake layer with 1/3 cup curd, then 1 cup frosting.
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Top with second cake layer; spread with 1/3 cup curd and 1 cup frosting.
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Top with third cake layer.
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Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake.
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Spread remaining curd over top of cake, leaving 3/4-inch plain border around edge.
34
Pipe chilled 1 cup frosting in bag in small mounds around edge of cake.
35
(Cake can be prepared 1 day ahead; refrigerate.)
36
Place lemon slices between mounds of frosting.
37
Slice cake and serve.

Lemon Curd Layer Cake

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