"This is the best vanilla strawberry cake you'll ever make. Serve it as a special Valentine's Day treat or enjoy it anytime throughout the year...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup butter, more for the pans
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1 cup granulated sugar
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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2 teaspoons lemon zest
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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2 cups cake flour
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2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup milk
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1 pound fresh strawberries, divided
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1/2 cup butter
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16 ounces cream cheese (I used strawberry cream cheese)
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8 cups powdered sugar
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4 teaspoons vanilla extract
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4 tablespoons milk