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Triple Citrus Cream Drip Cake

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This Triple Citrus Cream Drip Cake is a vibrant and refreshing dessert featuring layers of lemon, lime, and orange cake with creamy fillings and a glossy citrus drip. Perfect for citrus lovers.

Ingredients

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  • For the cake:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • For the cream filling:
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the citrus drip:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Stir in lemon, lime, and orange juices and zests.
  5. Divide batter evenly among prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. For the filling: Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  7. For the drip: Mix powdered sugar with citrus juices until smooth.
  8. Assemble the cake: Place one layer on a serving plate, spread cream filling, repeat with remaining layers. Pour citrus drip over the top.
  9. Chill before serving.

Notes

Store the cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The citrus flavors intensify over time. Adjust juice amounts for desired drip consistency.

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