{"id":4051,"date":"2022-05-03T09:23:05","date_gmt":"2022-05-03T13:23:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/?p=4051"},"modified":"2022-05-03T09:23:07","modified_gmt":"2022-05-03T13:23:07","slug":"strawberry-lemon-layer-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/food-wine\/desserts\/strawberry-lemon-layer-cake","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Lemon Layer Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-296x197.jpg 296w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-690x460.jpg 690w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-v-870x580.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, I can&#8217;t think of a more fitting cake to celebrate May &amp; all the beautiful the flowers in bloom! This cake features layers of lemon cake with a fresh strawberry filling &amp; strawberry buttercream. Even the buttercream features fresh strawberries, which give it that beautiful natural pink hue!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-330x495.jpg 330w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-690x1035.jpg 690w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-1050x1575.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-387x580.jpg 387w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-ii-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I decorated the cake with a classic buttercream swirl &amp; gum paste daisies that I made myself using pastry cutters, but you can simply use store-bought sugar flowers or vibrant fresh flowers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-296x197.jpg 296w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-690x460.jpg 690w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-1050x700.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iii-870x580.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A few tips when assembling the cake to achieve the best results! Freeze the cake layers before assembling so they are firm when handling. I find it much easier to frost with frozen cakes over delicate freshly baked cakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-330x495.jpg 330w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-690x1035.jpg 690w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-1050x1575.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-387x580.jpg 387w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Strawberry-Lemon-Cake-i-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, use a cake decorating turntable to create a perfectly swirled buttercream finish. A turntable is a game changer when it comes to decorating cakes!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-330x495.jpg 330w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-690x1035.jpg 690w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-1050x1575.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-387x580.jpg 387w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-iv-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, baking the cakes on a lower heat (I suggest 325(f) degrees in the directions) ensures the cakes bake more evenly &amp; flatter. This means you don&#8217;t have to trim or level any cakes before frosting. I hope these tips help you create endless cakes this season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-330x495.jpg 330w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-690x1035.jpg 690w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-1050x1575.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-387x580.jpg 387w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-vi-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strawberry Lemon Layer Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the lemon cake:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>3\/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature<\/li><li>1 1\/2 cups granulated sugar<\/li><li>3 large eggs, room temperature<\/li><li>3\/4 cup vegetable oil<\/li><li>3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed<\/li><li>2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract<\/li><li>2 1\/2 cups all purpose flour<\/li><li>2 1\/2 teaspoons baking powder<\/li><li>1 teaspoon fine salt<\/li><li>3 teaspoons lemon zest<\/li><li>1 cup whole milk <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For for the strawberry puree:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, stemmed &amp; hulled <\/li><li>1\/2 cup granulated sugar<\/li><li>2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed<\/li><li>2 tablespoons + 1\/2 cup water<\/li><li>2 tablespoons cornstarch<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the strawberry buttercream:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature<\/li><li>3 1\/2 cups powdered sugar, or to taste<\/li><li>1 pinch fine salt<\/li><li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li><li>3 tablespoons strawberry puree<\/li><li>2 tablespoons whipping cream<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the lemon cake:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Preheat oven to 325(f) degrees. Grease, flour &amp; line three 8-inch round cake pans. <\/li><li>In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment cream together the butter &amp; sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time followed by the oil, vanilla &amp; lemon juice.<\/li><li>Sift in the flour, baking powder, salt &amp; lemon zest. Turn the mixture onto low speed &amp; slowly add the milk until the batter comes together. <\/li><li>Evenly divide amongst the prepared cake pans &amp; smooth to flatten. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Let cool completely before assembling.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For the strawberry filling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In a large skillet over medium heat add the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice &amp; 2 tablespoons of water. Stir until combined &amp; continue cooking until the strawberries begin to break down, about 10 minutes.<\/li><li>In a separate small mixing bowl whisk together the remaining water &amp; cornstarch. Add to pan &amp; bring mixture to a boil until it thickens. <\/li><li>Remove from heat &amp; smash with a fork to break up any remaining strawberries. Set aside to cool before assembling. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For the strawberry buttercream:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment cream together the butter &amp; powdered sugar until fluffy, about 10 minutes. <\/li><li>Add the salt, vanilla, strawberry filling &amp; whipping cream. Beat until incorporated. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>To assemble:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Start with a layer of cake followed by a thin layer of butter cream. Use the buttercream to create a raised edge to hold the filling. Add 1\/2 the filling &amp; top with a second layer of cake. Repeat.<\/li><li>Top with final layer of cake &amp; press down to flatten. Frost exterior &amp; use an offset spatula to create the swirl. Top with fresh flowers or gumpaste flowers. Enjoy!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/french-barn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/strawberry-lemon-cake-viii-330x495.jpg 330w, 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