Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat the bottom of a 10-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the remaining cake mix, ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon of milk, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter and vanilla extract. Stir in the reserved 1 cup of cake mix until you have a crumbly texture. Sprinkle this crumb mixture evenly over the cake batter.
Baking
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan until it reaches room temperature.
Filling Preparation
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining ⅓ cup of confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream.
Assembly
- Carefully remove the cake from the springform pan. Use a serrated knife to slice the cake horizontally into two layers.
- Spread the cream filling evenly over the bottom layer, then place the top layer over it.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, dust the top of the cake with extra confectioners' sugar.
Notes
Serve chilled. Best enjoyed after refrigerating for a few hours. Garnish with fresh berries or extra lemon zest if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Can freeze leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.
