Strawberry Lemonade Cake

Strawberry Lemonade Cake 🍓🍋

Ingredients:

For the Cake:
1 box lemon cake mix (plus ingredients per package instructions)
1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
1 tbsp lemon zest
For the Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced, for garnish)

Instructions:

Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Prepare the lemon cake mix according to package instructions. Fold in chopped strawberries and lemon zest.
Bake: Divide the batter between the cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
Make the Frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Beat until light and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake: Once cooled, spread a layer of frosting on one cake layer, then place the second layer on top. Frost the entire cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
Garnish: Decorate with fresh strawberry slices on top and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes:

For extra flavor, add a drizzle of strawberry sauce over the top.
Prep Time: 20 mins | Cooking Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Kcal: 450 | Servings: 8-10