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Olive Garden Lemon Cream Cake – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
Olive Garden Lemon Cream Cake – Copycat Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Olive Garden’s famous Lemon Cream Cake with this easy copycat recipe. This luscious dessert features layers of moist lemon cake, creamy lemon filling, and a fluffy frosting, perfect for any occasion! 🍰🍋
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 8 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Extra lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of whipped cream on top of one cake layer, then place the other layer on top.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream and garnish with extra lemon zest.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 400 calories |
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| Fat | 25g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 45g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 5g protein |
Handy Tips
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor in the cake and frosting.
Ingredient Swaps
- Gluten-Free Flour: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
- Greek Yogurt: You can replace buttermilk with plain Greek yogurt thinned with a little water.
