Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan. You can also line the bottom with parchment paper for easier release.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy—about 3–5 minutes. This incorporates air into the batter for a lighter crumb.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Add vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour. Mix just until combined—do not overmix.

Step 6: Fold in Strawberries
Toss the chopped strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour (to prevent sinking). Gently fold them into the batter.

Step 7: Bake
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Cool and Glaze
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.