Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Strawberry Lemonade Cake. Each fluffy layer is infused with fresh strawberries and zesty lemon, creating a refreshing dessert experience. Topped with creamy lemon frosting, this cake is perfect for celebrations or a sweet afternoon treat. With its bright colors and irresistible taste, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined. Fold in chopped strawberries.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, frost with lemon-flavored frosting made from powdered sugar, softened butter, and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg