Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Cake Batter:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Assemble the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Arrange the halved strawberries on top of the batter, cut side down, pressing them slightly into the batter.
Sprinkle the top with turbinado sugar or granulated sugar for a sweet, crunchy topping.
Bake the Cake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue baking for 50-60 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve:
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
This strawberry buttermilk cake is light, moist, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. It’s perfect for a dessert or a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea. Enjoy!
