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Strawberry Lemon Cake

A light and refreshing cake bursting with the flavors of strawberries and lemon, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Strawberry Topping
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Strawberry Topping
  1. In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add lemon juice and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Assembly
  1. Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly on top.
  2. Top with the macerated strawberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra touch, garnish with additional lemon zest or mint leaves.

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