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Strawberry Lemonade Layer Cake

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This Strawberry Lemonade Layer Cake combines tangy lemonade frosting with sweet strawberry layers for the ultimate summer dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (180ml) strawberry puree (fresh or frozen)
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • Fresh strawberries (optional garnish)
  • Thin lemon slices (optional garnish)
  • Sprigs of mint (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line your cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  4. Mix in the strawberry puree until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer to wire racks and cool completely.
  8. Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add heavy cream and a pinch of salt for the perfect consistency.
  9. Place one layer on a cake stand. Spread frosting evenly on top, then stack the second layer. Repeat with the final layer, frosting the top and sides for a smooth finish.
  10. Garnish with fresh strawberries, lemon slices, and mint sprigs for a stunning presentation.

Notes

Chill the cake for 30 minutes before serving for clean slices. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.

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Keywords: Strawberry Lemonade Cake, Summer Dessert, Layer Cake, Lemonade Frosting, Strawberry Cake

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