Lemon Strawberry Crumb Cake
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Lemon Strawberry Crumb Cake
Description
This cake blends lemon zest with sugar and flour to develop a fragrant base complemented by tender sliced strawberries folded in before baking. A crumb topping made of diced butter, oats, walnuts, cinnamon, and sugar provides a crunchy contrast to the soft cake below. The mixture is pulsed to combine and divided between the topping and base batter. Milk, egg, Greek yogurt, and vanilla contribute moisture and richness.
Baking in a 9-inch springform pan allows the cake to rise evenly and creates a suitable depth for the batter and berries. The lemon zest imbues a citrus note that pairs well with the natural sweetness of the strawberries. The crumb topping adds texture and warmth, enhancing each bite.
This cake is suitable for dessert or brunch and can be served sliced with fresh fruit or a light glaze. Handling batter and filling portions carefully ensures the pan does not overflow during baking.
Use a rimmed baking sheet under the springform pan to catch any batter drips. If the batter approaches the top of the pan, use a taller pan or bake the extra batter as cupcakes to avoid spills. The recipe suggests allowing the lemon and sugar to meld before mixing with dry ingredients for enhanced flavor.
Ingredients
FOR THE LEMON STRAWBERRY CAKE
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 10 tablespoons butter cut into small dice, unsalted
- 1 extra large egg
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ⅓ cup walnuts , finely chopped
- ¼ cup oats
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups strawberries sliced into 1/4" slices, ripe
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan. Spray the pan with vegetable spray and lay the parchment on the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
- Add the sugar and lemon zest to the bowl of a large food processor (at least 7-cup capacity). Pulse until the lemon is completely integrated with the sugar (about a minute) and is very fragrant.
- Add the flour, baking powder and salt to the sugar. Secure the lid and rest a dish towel over the food processor (this is to prevent a puff of flour from escaping the sides (it will do that). Pulse 5-6 times until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Add the diced butter to the bowl and pulse to combine (about 20 pulses). Remove one cup of the mixture and set aside for the crumb topping.
- In a small bowl, combine the milk, eggs, sour cream and vanilla and whisk until blended. Make a slight well in the flour mixture and pour in the liquid ingredients. Pulse until just combined. Batter will be smooth.
- Add the walnuts, oats and cinnamon to the reserved crumb mixture. Toss well to combine. Set aside.
- Spread half the batter in the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover the first layer of batter with the sliced berries, overlapping if you need to.
- Spoon the remainder of the batter over the strawberries and smooth with a spatula. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter. Bake for 50 minutes to one hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature before removing the collar. When the cake is cooled, find an edge of the parchment paper beneath the cake and gently lift it an inch or so. Slip a few fingers under the parchment paper and as you push forward under the cake, spread your hand to its widest point to support the lemon crumb cake. Quickly transfer the cake to a stand or platter.
Notes
- If the batter is near the top of the pan, consider a taller pan or bake extra batter as cupcakes to avoid overflow.
- Place the springform pan on a rimmed baking sheet to catch drips during baking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 321 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 321kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 113mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 350IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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