Description

Looking for a great cake this summer? This one is the one. Made with buttermilk and fresh lemon juice and strawberries, then iced with strawberry buttercream frosting, everyone will fight for a piece!

Ingredients

• 1 c. butter, at room temperature
• 1 3/4 c. granulated sugar
• 2 T. fresh lemon zest
• 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 t. baking powder
• 1 t. baking soda
• 1/2 t. salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1/3 c. fresh lemon juice
• 1 c. buttermilk
• 8-10 large strawberries, hulled and sliced
• Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:
• 1 c. butter, softened
• 5 c. powdered sugar
• 2 T. whole milk
• 2-4 large strawberries, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray two 9-inch round baking pans with cooking spray.
2. In the bowl of stand mixer fitted with whisk attachment, place butter, sugar and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together dry ingredients; set aside.