A soft, zesty, fruity, and unforgettable cake that combines the flavors of strawberries and lemonade with buttermilk for a moist and delicious dessert.
Author:Caroline Jones
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes + cooling
Yield:12 slices 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 3/4 cups sugar
4 large eggs
Zest of 2 lemons
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups fresh strawberries, diced + extra whole for garnish
Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
Add flour mixture in three additions, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
Divide batter evenly into pans and bake 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Layer cakes with whipped cream and diced strawberries between each layer. Frost top and sides lightly.
Garnish with whole strawberries and lemon slices.
Notes
Serve chilled for the freshest flavor.
Pair with a cold glass of lemonade or mint tea.
Add a drizzle of strawberry coulis for extra flair.
Use room temperature ingredients for best cake texture.
Gently fold whipped cream for a fluffy, airy finish.
Keep refrigerated and enjoy within 3 days for max freshness.