Lemon Cake
INGREDIENTS
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2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
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2 1/2 cups sugar, divided
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4 eggs
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lemon zest from 5 lemons
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
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3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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4 cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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