Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Strawberry Lemonade Cake, where sweet strawberries and zesty lemonade unite for a delightful dessert. This moist, fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to birthday celebrations. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, it’s bound to steal the spotlight at your next gathering!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 cups powdered sugar, mixed with strawberry purée and lemon juice
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, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the creamed mixture while alternating with milk; fold in chopped strawberries.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and springy to the touch.
- Cool completely before frosting with a mixture of powdered sugar and strawberry purée.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg