Louisiana Crunch Cake: A Classic Southern Delight
This scrumptious Louisiana Crunch Cake brings the classic southern flavors to your table. Its fluffy, buttery layers combined with a delightful crisp topping make it the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar use fine sugar for better texture
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest freshly grated
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the lemon zest and heavy cream until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This cake is best served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.