Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cake is a delightful treat that perfectly balances the sun-kissed sweetness of strawberries with the bright zing of fresh lemons. This cake, with its vibrant pink hue and luscious lemon glaze, is sure to impress at any gathering. Whether it’s a summer picnic or a cozy family dinner, each slice evokes memories of sunny days and joyful celebrations. With its light yet indulgent texture, this cake is a must-try for those seeking a refreshing dessert year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat 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 butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Mix in milk, lemon zest, and juice until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients, then gently add diced strawberries.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Cool before glazing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg