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Strawberry Lemon Cake

A delightful explosion of sweet and tangy flavors with a light, fluffy texture and vibrant freshness of strawberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use high-quality flour for the best texture.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps create a golden crust.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Amplifies flavors.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Room temperature for creamy batter.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for texture.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Choose ripe berries for intense flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Freshly squeezed for vibrant acidity.
  • 0.5 cups Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for vibrant acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar For frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk if needed. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in chopped fresh strawberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Bake until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
  8. Whip powdered sugar with softened butter until creamy; then add lemon juice for zing. Spread frosting between layers and on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for warm summer days or any occasion that calls for a little sweetness.

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