Fresh Strawberry Lemon Bundt Cake Recipe
This Fresh Strawberry Cake is a delightful, moist dessert featuring the sweet and tangy flavor of fresh strawberries paired with zesty lemon. Baked in a Bundt pan, this cake combines creamy Greek yogurt and a tender crumb, finished off with a simple lemon glaze drizzled over the top. Perfect for spring or summer gatherings, this recipe offers a bright and refreshing twist on a classic cake.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 12 ounces fresh strawberries, diced
Lemon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from the 3 tablespoons divided lemon juice)
- Preheat and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan (10-15 cup capacity). In a large bowl, sift together 2 1/4 cups of the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the lemon zest and set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. This creates a smooth base for the cake.
- Add eggs and lemon juice: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure even mixing. After the eggs are incorporated, stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice for flavor enhancement.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients: Alternate beating in the flour mixture and Greek yogurt, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until everything is incorporated to avoid overmixing and ensure a tender cake crumb.
- Prepare strawberries: Toss the diced fresh strawberries with the remaining 1/4 cup of flour. This helps prevent the berries from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
- Incorporate strawberries into batter: Gently fold the floured strawberries into the cake batter, taking care not to crush them.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt pan. Place the pan in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 325°F. Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes to set the structure, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack and cool completely.
- Prepare lemon glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and the remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled cake for a tangy, sweet finish. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with the sugar.
- Tossing strawberries in flour helps keep them suspended in the batter instead of sinking.
- If Greek yogurt is vanilla flavored, reduce or omit additional sugar if you prefer a less sweet cake.
- The Bundt pan size is important; using a 10-inch pan ensures proper baking time and texture.
- The glaze can be adjusted by adding more lemon juice or powdered sugar to reach your desired consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for up to four days.
Keywords: Fresh Strawberry Cake, Lemon Strawberry Cake, Bundt Cake, Greek Yogurt Cake, Spring Dessert, Summer Cake