Elderberry Lemon Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 55 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

A moist and flavorful lemon elderberry cake with creamy cheese and subtle berry sweetness, perfect for brunches, teatimes, or special gatherings with a citrusy twist.

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 1/4 cups self-rising flour
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-inch Bundt pan.
  2. Blend cream cheese and shortening until creamy.
  3. Beat in sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in grated lemon peel and lemon juice.
  6. Gradually fold in self-rising flour and milk until batter is smooth.
  7. Gently fold in elderberries or berries.
  8. Pour batter into prepared Bundt pan.
  9. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool before removing from pan and serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

639 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.5g 17% DV
Total Fat 37g 47% DV
Carbs 70.5g 26% DV
Fiber 3.6g 13% DV
Sugar 12.8g 26% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 270.5mg 12% DV
Potassium 413mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 88.5mg 30% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 145.8mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 22mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 198.5mg 15% DV
Iron 4mg 22% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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