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Strawberry Buttermilk Cake

April 24, 2017 by Audra 119 Comments

Strawberry Buttermilk Cake

Recently a friend asked if I had an easy, springy cake recipe on hand and I remembered this gem from 5 years ago. The pictures needed major revamping, but the recipe is still one of my faves so here’s  a little refresher!

You know I’m a fan of quick and simple desserts and this one is that and more. It’s so straightforward and also delicious. Bursting with fresh strawberries, I can’t think of a better recipe to celebrate them starting to be in season. This cake isn’t too sweet, which when paired with the whipped cream and juicy berries, gives a major strawberry shortcake vibe. It’s satisfying but light at the same time,  which makes eating several pieces throughout the day become much more of an option. In fact I totally support you eating this for breakfast and maybe all the other meals too. (Which I absolutely did.)

Strawberry Buttermilk Cake

Like so many of my favorite cake recipes, buttermilk makes the texture melt in your mouth good. The batter comes together in minutes and before baking, pieces of juicy seasonal strawberries are scattered across the top.  While the cake bakes I let some chopped up strawberries sit in a drizzle of honey, pulling all their juices out, creating a perfect topping for this lovely cake.

Strawberry Buttermilk Cake

If you’re looking for a fast but impressive recipe for a springtime fete, this may be the perfect one. Oh and you know what else? Fresh whipped cream looks like a treat, and even with no sugar it tastes amazing. It’s the perfect diversion tactic to keep 3 year old boys busy. :)

StrawberryButtermilkCAke

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Strawberry Buttermilk Cake and a Giveaway!
Yield: 1 - 8 inch cake
 
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ stick unsalted butter, softened
  • ⅔ cup plus 1½ tablespoons sugar, divided
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • ½ cup well-shaken buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
For the topping:
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 cup diced strawberries
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Butter and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat butter and ⅔ cup sugar with an electric mixer at medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes, then beat in vanilla. Add egg and beat well.
  4. At low speed, mix in flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour, being careful not to over-mix.
  5. Spoon batter into pan, smoothing top with a spoon. Scatter berries evenly over top and sprinkle with remaining 1½ Tbsp sugar.
  6. Bake until cake is golden and a cake tester/toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack and cool until room temperature.
For the topping:
  1. While cake bakes, toss chopped strawberries with 1 teaspoon honey and let sit and get juicy for at least an hour.
  2. Using a cold bowl and cold beaters, whip the cream until stiff and stir in the remaining teaspoon of honey. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake and top with the macerated berries.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Gourmet
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Filed Under: Cake, Recipes Tagged With: Buttermilk, Strawberry

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  1. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says

    May 16, 2012 at 10:26 am

    What a lovely cake! It just screams summer!

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  2. Janine (sugarkissed.net) says

    May 16, 2012 at 11:08 am

    I love the idea of trying this recipe with peaches for the summertime!

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  3. Nicola Quinn says

    May 16, 2012 at 11:22 am

    Wow! That cake looks incredible! I love that it can be adapted for whatever berries are in season, too.

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  4. Bianca @ Sweet Dreaming says

    May 16, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    Yum, i love strawberry season!!

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  5. Lacy says

    May 16, 2012 at 12:46 pm

    I have been needing some strawberry recipes. I just planted six strawberry plants!

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  6. Claire says

    May 16, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    Fruit in a dessert = health food :-)

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  7. Nancy P. says

    May 16, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    This recipe is great for Strawberry season!

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  8. Kathryn Day says

    May 16, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    This cake looks lovely!!! I really need to bake with strawberries more! Liked their fb too!

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  9. Susan M. says

    May 16, 2012 at 1:27 pm

    I need a dessert for the weekend and this looks perfect! Thanks for posting. LOVE strawberries.

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  10. OceanLady says

    May 16, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    You just reminded me to get planting some strawberries… moving kind of threw off my usual schedule. Awesome giveaway too, I was just saying this morning that I need some new cake pans.

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  11. Erin says

    May 16, 2012 at 1:38 pm

    Such a great looking cake and giveaway!

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  12. amy beth marantino says

    May 16, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    yum. i love strawberries.

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  13. Wendy says

    May 16, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Fuity desserts in the summer are so great. Very healthy with the fresh fruits. Thanks!

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  14. Susie says

    May 16, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    Can’t wait to try this cake!

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  15. Julie says

    May 16, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    This cake looks fantastic. Thanks for the giveaway chance too!

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  16. Katie says

    May 16, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    This cake looks like a great Springtime treat. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  17. Leah says

    May 16, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    This cake is the epitome of summer!!!!

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  18. Anna @Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:12 pm

    I love easy berry cakes! This ones looks scrumptious!

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  19. Averie Cooks says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:33 pm

    FB Liked their link. GREAT giveaway!

    And great looking recipe. I love baking with strawberries!

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  20. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

    May 16, 2012 at 11:37 am

    I loooooove the look of this cake!! So pretty.

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  21. Emily Nielsen says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    What a great recipe! And for a great cause! This will be perfect for a belated Mother’s Day dessert since I couldn’t spend Sunday with my mom. And she just happens to love strawberry shortcake!

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  22. Somsanchez says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:52 pm

    Looks yummy …I will be making this for sure!

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  23. Taryn says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    I just got a ton of fresh, amazing looking strawberries yesterday….now I know exactly what to do with them! FB Liked :)

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  24. Renee says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:56 pm

    What a perfect and delicious way to use ALL of the strawberries in my fridge! Thank you so much!

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  25. Naomi says

    May 16, 2012 at 3:58 pm

    I can’t wait to try this! looks delicious!

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  26. Kkpkayleigh says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:02 pm

    Strawberries and cake are two of my favorite things in the world! this looks great :)

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  27. Lortay says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    I “whipped” cancer 19 years ago and thank God daily for each new day I get.

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  28. Mai Nguyen says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    Um, yummmm! I always love a good cake with berries! Something not too sweet, but just right. And to add a touch of whipping cream? Thank you. I’ll definitely be giving this a try. (:

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  29. Sunshine4friday says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:22 pm

    I can’t wait to try this cake. It looks delicious. I am going to make it for my husband this weekend.

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  30. Rmdonato33 says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:23 pm

    This cake looks so yummy – and easy to make!!!

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  31. Kari-Ann Hubbard says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:24 pm

    This sounds like the perfect summer treat! Not too sweet and the tartness of the strawberries add a refreshing effect. Definitely trying this.

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  32. Melissa says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:28 pm

    I love this cake!

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  33. Stephie @ Eat Your Heart Out says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    This looks so wonderful! Also, I’m dying over the paisley oven mitt. I need one, it’s so cute!!!!!

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  34. Lynette says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    That cake looks delicious! My husband would love it. I would also love to win!

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  35. Lauriken says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    Love your recipes! I’ve emailed you several times and you always email right back. I love trying new recipes and so far they’ve all turned out great. Today I’m making strawberry margarita cupcakes. Can’t wait!

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  36. Carley Leavitt says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    This looks so yummy, can’t wait to try it!!

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  37. Georgia The Comfort of Cooking says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    What a great giveaway for a wonderful cause, Audra! This cake looks absolutely fabulous and it’s so nice that you got to create it with your mama, too!

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  38. Tess Wolf says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:02 pm

    This looks amazing and easy! This would be a great dessert to serve at an upcoming bbq. Thanks for the idea!

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  39. Kim says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:19 pm

    Wow, that cake looks great for the summer!

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  40. Susan says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    This looks delicious! I also liked “Help Whip Cancer” on FB

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  41. Erin Masihdas says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:21 pm

    That cake looks delish!!

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  42. Jodi Kahanowitz says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    I so want that cake!!

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  43. Karen says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:32 pm

    What a great cause and the cake looks like something I want to try right away!

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  44. Janpat58 says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:48 pm

    definately a keeper! want to try both with strawberries and again with peaches!! Yummmmmmmm

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  45. Bakermomma says

    May 16, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    I enjoyed the last yummy bite this morning (for breakfast no less). It was fun baking with you!!!

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  46. Cecilia says

    May 16, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    I love this!!! Can’t wait to give it a try!

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  47. Wednesday says

    May 16, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    Love this idea as an alternative to strawberry shortcake!

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  48. Mary says

    May 16, 2012 at 8:47 pm

    Recipe looks wonderful! What a great giveaway.

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  49. clp412 says

    May 16, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    I cannot wait to make this recipe! I just picked up buttermilk for pancakes this AM and will use the rest for this cake. Great giveaway and great cause!

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  50. Leah says

    May 16, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    This looks yummy! and it sounds like a great giveaway!!!

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  51. Wendy says

    May 16, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    “Liked
    and shared it…does tha count as two entries?? :)

    Thanks!

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  52. Casmiles says

    May 16, 2012 at 9:14 pm

    I’m going to make this – it sounds YUMMY. I’ve got strawberries, need to get the buttermilk. thanks for featuring such a great cause too!

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  53. Sierra J. says

    May 16, 2012 at 9:30 pm

    This looks like the perfect dessert! I wish I had this recipe for mothers day and I would have requested it from my hubby :-D

    I have liked the Help Whip Cancer Facebook page. Such a great cause!

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  54. Jessica F says

    May 17, 2012 at 1:07 am

    those strawberries look delicious!

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  55. Ann Mc says

    May 17, 2012 at 1:23 am

    This looks amazing – what a pretty cake! Thank you for your efforts to raise money for a cure….

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  56. Katie {Epicurean Mom} says

    May 17, 2012 at 1:29 am

    Sounds so light and delicious! I love strawberry cake, I mean REALLY love strawberry cake!!! :)

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  57. Audra says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:47 am

    I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom, Linda. I agree- a cure for cancer needs to happen soon.

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  58. Audra says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:48 am

    That is amazing Amanda!

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  59. Audra says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:48 am

    You too Mommy! Love you!

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  60. Audra says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:49 am

    I agree- enough with Komen! :)

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  61. Audra says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:49 am

    Yes for being a survivor!!!

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  62. Audra says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:51 am

    Saying a prayer for your Mom!!

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  63. Kerri F says

    May 17, 2012 at 3:24 am

    I love simple and delicious recipes like this!! And i like that this is totally something the kids would enjoy helping create! Look forward to making this :D

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  64. Samantha says

    May 17, 2012 at 4:17 am

    I’ve made a similar cake several times over the last few months. So easy! I usually swap out the vanilla extract for almond, though. And thank you for calling my attention to Pamper Chef’s Campaign. I know a lot of people who will jump on board!

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  65. Indigo Scones (Ellen) says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:28 pm

    Liked on facebook, wonderful giveaway!

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  66. Emily says

    May 17, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    I liked on Facebook. Thanks for the giveaway and the great recipe.

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  67. Emily says

    May 17, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    Making this today for my Dad! Thank you so much for being such an entertaining blogger to follow!

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  68. Aubreylaine says

    May 17, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    Thanks for the chance! I liked on FB!
    family74014 at gmail dot com

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  69. Jordan says

    May 17, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    Cake looks so good!

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  70. Priscilla Del Carpio says

    May 17, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    This cake looks so delicious…can’t wait to make it for my fiancé when he returns from deployment! :-D

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  71. Kristin says

    May 17, 2012 at 11:19 pm

    Love this cake and love the idea of $1 for every new like!

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  72. Lisa says

    May 18, 2012 at 1:59 am

    That looks so yummy and I liked the page on Facebook!

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  73. Krissy's Creations says

    May 18, 2012 at 2:12 am

    I love simple cakes! Sometimes a large 3-tiered cake isn’t necessary. LOVE this Audra!

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  74. Me And My Sweets says

    May 18, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    Superdelicious and summery! I just LOVE strawberries, well most berries a matter of fact:-)

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  75. ashley says

    May 19, 2012 at 10:28 pm

    This cake looks so good!!!

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  76. Emma says

    May 19, 2012 at 11:02 pm

    yum, i can’t wait to try it!

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  77. Pseudosheagirl says

    May 20, 2012 at 6:12 am

    Looks like a yummy recipe! :)

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  78. Sharon says

    May 20, 2012 at 7:50 pm

    great recipe and great cause! thanks for sharing!

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  79. jenny says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    thanks good site
    hope i win!!

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  80. Giulia says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    Looks great must try the recipe and THANKS FOR SHARING!! <3

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  81. Erin Molish says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:42 pm

    Looks amazing!

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  82. Cketterling says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    And it’s fresh strawberry season! Can’t wait to try it!

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  83. Devongirl082 says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    Beautiful cake for an occasion

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  84. Jennifer Grumbling says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    Love this! I have been looking for something different from the standard shortcake. Living in Florida and loving to bake, I have access to some very fresh strawberries, so i am always looking for new recipes.

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  85. Heather says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:51 pm

    The cake looks awesome, can’t wait to try this for my next family gathering!

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  86. NICOLE says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:51 pm

    Excellent cause and recipe, liked and shared…

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  87. Lisa Nickerson says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    This looks amazing!

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  88. Tonya Parsons says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    This recipe looks so yummy I can’t wait to try it!!!

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  89. Sheena707 says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    Yumm! I can’t wait to try this! Thank you :)

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  90. Aperhach says

    May 21, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    What a great idea. The cake looks so delious. Can’t wait to try it out.

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  91. Stephmanusina says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    This cake looks AMAZING! We will be having this tonight ;-) Thanks for the recipe!

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  92. Iceladyz says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:03 pm

    i am printing this recipe as i write! sounds yummy!!

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  93. Katie says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:05 pm

    Looking forward to making this cake. It looks wonderful!!

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  94. Sarah Diane says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    I am making this cake tonight! Thank you!!!! I also liked your page and am very impressed!

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  95. Michelle Pierce says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:11 pm

    Great job, looks beautiful! :) Love it — *Michelle

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  96. Sweetsuek89 says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:20 pm

    I Love, Love, Love strawberries and cake! I will be making this for this upcoming Memorial Day weekend, farmers market here I come. Thanks alot for sharing! {Suzette}

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  97. Nancy MacLeod says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:26 pm

    What an easy cake to make and soooo good !!! Everyone loved it !!

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  98. Nancy MacLeod says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:26 pm

    Such an easy cake to make and everyone loved it !! Thanks :)

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  99. Mandy Lynn says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    I can’t wait to try your recipe! It looks so delicious. Strawberry cake is my fave!

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  100. Alicemaynorclark says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    Sounds like a recipe my grandmother used to make.

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  101. Raquel1018 says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Mmm, i cant wait to make this and share it with my family and friends, thanks for the recipe

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  102. Michelle says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Always need new cake recipes, definately will try it. Thank you :)

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  103. crockincook4two says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:35 pm

    Can’t wait to try this in my new Kitchenaid!

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  104. Amanda Cavaseno says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:46 pm

    That looks great! I’m going to make it this weekend :)

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  105. Heathet says

    May 21, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    Looks like a wonderful summer dessert!

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  106. Donna says

    May 21, 2012 at 6:02 pm

    This cake looks delicious

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  107. Donna Hou says

    May 21, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    omg. that looks fabulous. I’m waiting for the strawberries in my backyard and then look out world! lol.

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  108. Helen Jenson Cavallero says

    May 21, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    I can hardly wait to try it!

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  109. Johnson Evelyn says

    May 21, 2012 at 6:28 pm

    Looks and sounds delicious. I plan to get the ingredients and make it for a specialty dessert to be served this weekend. I love recipes with buttermilk and can hardly wait to try it. My mother-in-law used to churn butter in Maine 3-4 times a week and I was always on hand for fresh buttermilk. It adds a special delicious element to foods.

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  110. Cheri L Clark says

    May 21, 2012 at 7:02 pm

    Looking forward to trying this. Love strawberries!

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  111. Lisa Holzwarth says

    May 21, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    Sounds delish…..can’t wait to try it!

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  112. DanaD says

    May 21, 2012 at 8:06 pm

    This is my kind of cake recipe… I’ll have to try it with the cherries off my dad’s tree!

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  113. Mary says

    May 21, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    Just came home from the store with strawberries! Perfect timing! Can’t wait to try it!!!

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  114. Helen Harper says

    May 21, 2012 at 9:53 pm

    I am anxious to try this recipe.

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  115. Thesupermom01 says

    May 21, 2012 at 11:47 pm

    Looks great keep up the good work

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  116. Ginger says

    May 22, 2012 at 12:09 am

    Looks yummy!

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  117. Sheila says

    May 22, 2012 at 1:52 am

    This cake looks so delicious. I cannot wait to try it. :)

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  118. Tara says

    May 24, 2012 at 10:25 pm

    O…M…G!! This cake is fantastic. I used fresh mango because they’re in season right now. This will definitely be a go-to recipe for me.

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  119. shosho says

    April 24, 2017 at 10:42 pm

    I love your recipes! Especially your banana bread, which I think I have whipped up at least a dozen times in the past 6 months! This recipe sounds great, but j have a question. What exactly is buttermilk? Is it the same as yoghurt? Thanks!

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