Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Strawberry Lemonade Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This cake features moist layers infused with luscious strawberries and zesty lemon, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for sunny afternoons or special gatherings, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress friends and family alike. With its light and airy texture complemented by a splash of lemonade, every bite feels like a sunny day.
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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness.
Allow eggs and butter to reach room temperature before mixing for a smoother batter.
Experiment with other fruits like raspberries or blueberries for unique flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg