Chocolate Lemon Plush Recipe

This luscious, award-winning recipe, a secret from a Seattle friend, perfectly blends the bright zest of summer lemons with the rich indulgence of winter chocolate. A delightful surprise for any palate, this dessert is perfect for year-round enjoyment! Try it and share your thoughts!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 411.1 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Lemon Plush

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How to Make Chocolate Lemon Plush

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, and buttermilk.
  7. Gradually add the lemon mixture to the batter, mixing until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or add your favorite frosting or glaze.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

125g

Fat

74g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Lemon Plush?

Chocolate Lemon Plush takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Lemon Plush?

Chocolate Lemon Plush has approximately 411.1 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Lemon Plush?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Lemon Plush are Flour, Butter, Walnuts, Instant Pudding Mix, Cream Cheese, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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