β 2 Β½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
β 1 teaspoon baking powder
β Β½ teaspoon baking soda
β Β½ teaspoon salt
β 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
β 1 ΒΎ cups (350g) granulated sugar
β 4 large eggs
β 1 tablespoon lemon zest
β 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
β 1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional, for extra lemon flavor)
β Β½ cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice
β 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
β 1 cup (10 golden Oreos or vanilla wafers, crushed)
β Β½ cup (100g) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
β ΒΌ cup (50g) unsalted butter, melted
β 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder (Jell-O mix, optional for vibrant color)
For the Lemon Glaze:
β 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
β 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
β 1 teaspoon lemon zest
For Garnish (Optional):
β Whipped cream
β Fresh strawberries and lemon slices
β White chocolate drizzle