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Easy One-Bowl Fresh Strawberry Lemon Loaf Cake Perfect for Summer Baking

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A light, fresh, and fuss-free strawberry lemon loaf cake made in one bowl, perfect for summer baking with bright strawberry bits and zingy lemon zest.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (about 150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
  • Zest from 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (60ml) milk, whole or 2%

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy release.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Add the sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the bowl. Whisk until smooth and pale, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the milk and stir gently to combine until the batter is thick but pourable.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries using a spatula, being careful not to overmix to keep the fruit intact.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, starting to check at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Pat strawberries dry before folding in to avoid soggy loaf. Toss strawberries in a tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking. Do not open oven door frequently during baking to avoid sinking. Let cake cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts. Optional lemon glaze can be added after cooling.

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