For the Lemon Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Optional: zest of 1 lemon for extra brightness
For Garnish (optional):
- Sliced strawberries
- Lemon slices or zest curls
- Fresh mint leaves
How to Make Strawberry Lemonade Buttermilk Cake
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or a bundt pan for a more elegant presentation.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, sugar, and lemon zest together until light and fluffy—about 3–5 minutes.
Step 4: Add Eggs and Flavorings
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry
Add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour. Mix until just combined—don’t overbeat!
Step 6: Fold in Strawberries
Gently fold in the floured strawberries to evenly distribute throughout the batter.
Step 7: Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If using a bundt pan, check around 50 minutes.
