Ingredients
For the Topping:
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4 cups sliced strawberries
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4 tbsp melted butter
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
For the Cake Batter:
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½ cup white sugar
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2 large eggs
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3 tbsp melted butter
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1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)
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¾ cup buttermilk
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1½ cups self-rising flour
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Pour 4 tbsp melted butter into the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan.
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Sprinkle ⅓ cup granulated sugar evenly over the butter.
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Layer 4 cups sliced strawberries on top in a single layer.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 eggs and ½ cup white sugar until light.
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Add 3 tbsp melted butter and 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free); whisk until smooth.
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Pour in ¾ cup buttermilk and stir gently.
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Add 1½ cups self-rising flour gradually; stir until smooth, without overmixing.
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Pour batter evenly over the strawberry layer in the cake pan.
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Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Let cool for 10 minutes only, then run a knife around the edge.
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Place a plate over the pan and carefully flip the cake onto it.
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Remove the pan gently and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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You may substitute other fruits like peaches or blueberries.
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For dairy-free buttermilk, use plant milk plus lemon juice.
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Flip the cake after exactly 10 minutes of cooling to avoid sticking.
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Do not refrigerate before serving, or the topping may firm up too much.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes