To create your incredible Lemon Curd Cake, simply follow these clear steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each one is fully incorporated before adding the next.
5. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Stir in the vanilla extract and milk, mixing until all wet ingredients are well combined.
6. Add Zest: Fold in the lemon zest for that extra burst of flavor.
7. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until no lumps remain.
8. Divide the Batter: Evenly pour the batter into the prepared cake pans.
9. Bake: Place pans in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool: Remove from the oven, let cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
11. Layer with Lemon Curd: Once the cakes are cool, spread a generous layer of lemon curd between the two layers.
12. Frost: You can choose to frost the top and sides with whipped cream or enjoy it simply dusted with powdered sugar.

By following these steps, you’ll create a stunning Lemon Curd Cake that looks as good as it tastes.