🍓🍰 Strawberry Buttermilk Cake — Don’t LOSE This One! 🤤
Soft, buttery, lightly tangy, and bursting with juicy strawberries—this cake is the kind you bake once and suddenly everyone asks for that recipe. It’s simple, old-school, and impossibly cozy. Perfect for spring afternoons, family gatherings, or “I just want cake” moments. 🥰
🌸 Introduction
Strawberry Buttermilk Cake is a rustic, home-style dessert where fresh strawberries shine against a tender, moist crumb. The buttermilk adds a gentle tang that balances the sweetness, while butter keeps everything rich and comforting. No frosting needed—this cake is beautiful and delicious all on its own.
🧺 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
Fruit Topping
- 1½–2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (for sprinkling on top)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper. - Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. - Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). - Add Egg & Vanilla
Beat in the egg until fully combined, then mix in vanilla. - Combine Wet & Dry
Add the flour mixture in two additions, alternating with buttermilk. Mix gently—do not overmix. - Assemble
Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan. Arrange strawberries on top, cut side down. Sprinkle with sugar. - Bake
Bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. - Cool & Serve
Let cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
🍰 Methods & Baking Tips
- Buttermilk Substitute: No buttermilk? Mix ½ cup milk with 1½ teaspoons lemon juice or vinegar.
- Don’t Sink the Berries: Place strawberries gently on top—don’t press them in.
- Extra Flavor: Add lemon zest or a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
- Serving Idea: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
📜 A Little History
Buttermilk cakes date back to farmhouse kitchens, where nothing went to waste. Buttermilk was prized for its ability to tenderize cakes and add flavor without heaviness. Pairing it with seasonal fruit—like strawberries—became a classic, especially in spring and early summer.
🧁 Formation & Texture
This cake forms a golden crust on top with jammy strawberries baked right in. Inside, the crumb stays soft, moist, and slightly tangy—never dry, never dense. It’s the definition of simple perfection.
❤️ Who Will LOVE This Cake
- Strawberry lovers 🍓
- Fans of simple, unfussy desserts
- Home bakers who love vintage-style recipes
- Anyone who enjoys cake with coffee or tea ☕
💕 Lovers’ Methods (Yes… cake lovers!)
- Morning lovers: Enjoy it for breakfast with coffee
- Dessert lovers: Serve warm with ice cream
- Snack lovers: A slice straight from the pan—no shame
🌟 Conclusion
This Strawberry Buttermilk Cake is proof that the simplest recipes are often the most unforgettable. Soft, sweet, and made with love—it’s a keeper for life.
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