Zesty Citrus Cake
- 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 5 cups confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 cup toasted sliced almonds, optional
- Candied orange and lemon slices, optional
- Preheat oven to 350u0b0. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Transfer to prepared pans.
- Bake 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely.
- For frosting, in a large bowl, beat butter, shortening and citrus zests until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and juices until smooth. Beat until fluffy.
- Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. If desired, gently press almonds into frosting on sides of cake and top with orange and lemon slices.
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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/zesty-citrus-cake/ (may not work)