Lemon Layer Cake Recipe

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Lemon Layer Cake
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Directions:

  1. Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for three 8 inch round pans. Cool cakes completely, then split each in half to make 6 layers.
  2. For the Lemon Custard: In a large saucepan or double boiler combine sugar and cornstarch. Mix well, then stir in egg yolks, lemon zest and lemon juice. slowly whisk in the boiling water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Set aside to cool.
  3. Place the bottom layer of cake on a serving plate. Spread with approximately 1/5 of the lemon custard. Repeat layers. Frost top and sides with Seven Minute Frosting (see footnote for link to recipe).
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1386.45 Kcal (5805 kJ)
Calories from fat 439.56 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 48.84g 75%
Cholesterol 582.63mg 194%
Sodium 408.15mg 17%
Potassium 454.28mg 10%
Total Carbs 226.37g 75%
Sugars 164.13g 657%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g 24%
Protein 20.46g 41%
Vitamin C 92.2mg 154%
Vitamin A 0.4mg 14%
Iron 4.9mg 27%
Calcium 241.2mg 24%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 129.5 Kcal (542 kJ)
Calories from fat 41.06 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.56g 75%
Cholesterol 54.42mg 194%
Sodium 38.12mg 17%
Potassium 42.43mg 10%
Total Carbs 21.14g 75%
Sugars 15.33g 657%
Dietary Fiber 0.55g 24%
Protein 1.91g 41%
Vitamin C 8.6mg 154%
Iron 0.5mg 27%
Calcium 22.5mg 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 31
    Points
  • 39
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

Bad Points

  • High in Sugar

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