Tart Lemon-Cheese Cake Recipe

Name: Tart Lemon-Cheese Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 2 cups sugar; 3/4 cup water; 1/4 cup milk; 3 1/4 cups sifted cake flour; 2 3/4 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. rum flavoring or 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 6 egg whites; Lemon-cheese filling; Lemony white frosting; Lemon slices (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup milk
3 1/4 cups sifted cake flour
2 3/4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. rum flavoring or 1 tsp. vanilla extract
6 egg whites
Lemon-cheese filling
Lemony white frosting
Lemon slices (optional)

1
Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well.
2
Combine water and milk in a small bowl; set aside.
3
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with milk mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
4
Mix at low speed after each addition until blended.
5
Stir in rum flavoring.
6
Beat egg whites at high speed until stiff peaks form; gently fold into batter.
7
Pour batter into three greased and floured 9 inch round cake pans.
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
9
Cool in pans completely.
10
Spread lemon-cheese filling between layers and on top of cake.
11
Spread lemony white frosting on sides.
12
Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.

1378

kcal

Calories

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 2 cups sugar, 3/4 cup water, 1/4 cup milk, and more.

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

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.

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Tart Lemon-Cheese Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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