Icing's in the Cake
Discover the magic of "Icing's in the Cake," a decadent dessert that takes the classic vanilla sheet cake to new heights by baking rich cream cheese icing directly into the batter! This innovative recipe layers velvety cake with swirls of a tangy-sweet cream cheese filling, ensuring that every bite is a surprise of flavor and texture. With simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and butter, combined with the indulgence of heavy cream and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this creation is both easy to make and impressively delicious. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or just a treat-yourself moment, this cake is a visual and flavorful showstopper. Delight in the baked-in icing magic and make "Icing's in the Cake" your go-to recipe for unforgettable desserts!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 0.75 cups milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for the icing)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
Step 3
In a larger bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 4
Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
Step 5
Prepare the icing that will go inside the cake by beating together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and lemon juice until smooth and slightly thickened.
Step 6
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Using a piping bag or spoon, add the icing in an 'S' shape over the batter. Make the 'S' wide and thick for a pronounced swirl.
Step 7
Gently spread the remaining batter over the icing, ensuring the icing is fully covered.
Step 8
Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. You can dust the top with powdered sugar or add additional icing as garnish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1409.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4746.1 |
| Total Fat 224.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 132.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1318.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2847.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 630.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 440.3g | |
| Protein 64.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 244.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 527.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 995.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories