Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cake is the perfect summer dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries and zesty lemons. Each slice delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tartness, making it an irresistible treat for picnics, birthday parties, and family gatherings. With its stunning colors and refreshing taste, this cake is sure to impress your guests and transport you to sunny days filled with laughter.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup fresh strawberries, diced
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups heavy cream (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in lemon juice and zest; fold in the dry mixture and strawberries.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form; frost cooled cakes.
- 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: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg