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Strawberry Lemon Cake

Strawberry Lemon Cake
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Indulge in the fresh and vibrant flavors of this Strawberry Lemon Cake, a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Layers of moist lemon cake are complemented by rich strawberry buttercream, creating a refreshing treat that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself, this cake’s beautiful presentation and lively flavors make it a standout choice. With straightforward steps and accessible ingredients, bakers of all skill levels can master this delightful recipe and impress friends and family alike!

Ingredients

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  • 340 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 300 g granulated sugar
  • Zest of one large organic lemon or two small
  • 180 g butter (room temperature)
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 240 g sour cream (room temperature)
  • 60 g vegetable oil (e.g. canola oil)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 400 g butter (room temperature)
  • 660 g powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp freeze dried strawberry powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp plant-based milk (room temperature)
  • Fresh strawberries (for decoration)
  • Lemon slices (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and prepare two round baking pans.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream together butter, sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, vegetable oil, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet mixture until just mixed.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for about 22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. For frosting, beat butter with powdered sugar and freeze-dried strawberry powder; add milk gradually to achieve desired consistency.
  9. Assemble layers with frosting in between; frost the entire cake and decorate as desired.

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