Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Strawberry Lemonade Cake, a delightful summer dessert that captures the essence of sunny days. This cake features moist layers infused with juicy strawberries and zesty lemon, creating a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or simply a treat on a warm afternoon, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress. With its light and airy texture complemented by a splash of lemonade, every bite feels like a celebration of summer.
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). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with whole milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries using a rubber spatula.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 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 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg