How to Make Perfect Strawberry Lemonade Cake Layers at Home
A refreshing layer cake combining the zing of lemon and the sweetness of fresh strawberries under an airy frosting.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup softened butter
1 3/4 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups chopped strawberries
1/4 cup sugar (filling)
1 tsp cornstarch
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup butter (frosting)
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Prepare compote: simmer strawberries, sugar, and starch for 10 min; cool.
2. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line three 8-inch pans.
3. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, zest, and lemon.
4. Incorporate flour and buttermilk alternately.
5. Bake for 25 min and let cool completely.
6. Beat cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar; fold in whipped cream.
7. Assemble the cake by alternating sponge, cream, and compote.
8. Mask the cake and decorate with fresh fruit.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a perfect crumb.
Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving for optimal hold.