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Strawberry Skillet Cake

Savory Sweet Strawberry Skillet Cake for Summer Bliss

Delight in the flavors of this Strawberry Skillet Cake, a simple yet delicious dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries use in-season for best results
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or substitute with orange juice
  • 2 cups cake/pastry flour all-purpose flour can be a substitute
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt add more if using unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup butter can substitute with margarine
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar reduce if strawberries are sweet
  • 2 large eggs room temperature for easier mixing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or use vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream can substitute with buttermilk

Equipment

  • 10-inch cast-iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with butter before dusting it with flour.
  2. Toss halved strawberries with lemon juice in a mixing bowl and let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Beat softened butter and sugar together in a large bowl until pale and fluffy for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each. Add the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with Greek yogurt, starting and ending with flour.
  7. Gently fold in the prepared strawberries into the batter without breaking them down.
  8. Transfer the batter into the prepared skillet, spread evenly, then sprinkle remaining sugar on top.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the skillet for 10-15 minutes before serving, enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best texture, do not overmix the batter and allow the cake to cool properly before slicing.

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