Description
A delightful Strawberry Lemon Cake that adds a splash of sunshine to your day, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (whole or buttermilk)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–4 tbsp fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing it lightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 5-7 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, coating them in a little flour to prevent sinking.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough lemon juice to reach desired glaze consistency.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before drizzling the lemon glaze over the top.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for best results. The cake can be made ahead of time and stored to maintain its moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg