Lemonade Cake Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably moist and tangy Lemonade Cake! We've taken a classic yellow cake mix and elevated it with the creamy richness of sour cream and cream cheese for a flavor explosion. This super easy recipe is perfect for beginner bakers – it starts with a cake mix, saving you precious time! Top with fluffy whipped cream or a simple dusting of powdered sugar – either way, prepare for pure lemon-licious happiness! #lemonadecake #lemoncake #easyrecipe #cakemixrecipe #sourcreamcake #creamcheesecake #dessert #baking

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 293.7 kcal

Protein 8g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemonade Cake

1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
1 cup sour cream
Frozen Lemonade Concentrate
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 large eggs

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How to Make Lemonade Cake

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, sour cream, cream cheese, eggs, oil, and lemon juice. Beat on low speed until just moistened.
Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes, or until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting or dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

109g

Fat

22g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemonade Cake?

Lemonade Cake takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemonade Cake?

Lemonade Cake has approximately 293.7 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemonade Cake?

The key ingredients for Lemonade Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Sour Cream, Frozen Lemonade Concentrate, Cream Cheese, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.