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Crock Pot Lemon Spoon Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings

Description

This Crock Pot Lemon Spoon Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the tangy zest of fresh lemons with a creamy lemon cream cheese swirl. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker, this moist and tender cake features a luscious lemon glaze, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. Its fuss-free preparation and slow cooking method offer a convenient way to enjoy a fresh lemon-flavored dessert without heating up the oven.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 15.25 ounce yellow cake mix (or lemon cake mix, such as Duncan Hines)
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 2 lemons, zested
  • ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

Lemon Cream Cheese Swirl

  • 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Lemon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the yellow cake mix, eggs, water, melted butter, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  2. Make the cream cheese swirl: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract together until creamy and smooth.
  3. Grease the slow cooker: Spray the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray that contains flour to prevent sticking. Pour the cake batter evenly into the slow cooker.
  4. Add the cream cheese swirl: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top of the batter. Using a butter knife, gently swirl the cream cheese into the cake batter without fully mixing it.
  5. Slow cook the cake: Cover and cook on high for 2½ to 3 hours, or on low for about 5 to 6 hours, until the edges are set and the center is just barely cooked through. Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker model; check doneness to ensure the cake is perfectly cooked.
  6. Cool the cake: Remove the lid and allow the cake to cool for 10 to 15 minutes in the slow cooker to let it firm up slightly before glazing.
  7. Prepare the glaze: Stir together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth and pourable.
  8. Glaze and serve: Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm cake before serving. Scoop and enjoy your tangy, creamy crock pot lemon spoon cake.

Notes

  • This recipe yields between 6 to 9 servings, depending on serving size.
  • For a more intense lemon flavor, use a lemon cake mix instead of yellow cake mix.
  • Slow cooker heat and timing can vary significantly; always check for doneness rather than relying solely on cooking time.
  • You can substitute other citrus fruit zest like orange or lime for variation.
  • Refer to the FAQ section for common substitutions and tips related to ingredients and slow cooking times.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/crock-pot-lemon-spoon-cake-recipe/