Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Strawberry Lemonade Cake, a delightful dessert that embodies the spirit of summer. This moist cake is layered with fresh strawberries and zesty lemon, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Simple to prepare, it’s ideal for everything from picnics to birthday parties, making it a versatile addition to any gathering. Each bite offers a light and airy texture that feels refreshing on warm days, while its eye-catching presentation will impress your guests. Serve this delicious cake at your next event and enjoy the smiles it brings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice and zest until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool for ten minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg