White Chocolate Strawberry Loaf Cake

1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2: In a bowl, mix together sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.

3: Spread the strawberry mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the strawberries are tender and lightly caramelized.

5: Let the roasted strawberries cool completely.

6: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

7: Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

8: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

9: In a large bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar, releasing the citrus flavor.

10: Crack in the eggs and beat with an electric mixer for about 3 minutes, until pale in color.

11: Add the butter and beat for an additional 3-4 minutes, until smooth.

12: Add vanilla bean paste. Stir in the buttermilk and Greek yogurt.

13: Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined with a spatula.

14: Fold in the white chocolate chips. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

15: Pour 1/3 of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

16: Add a layer of roasted strawberries on top.

17: Pour more batter over the strawberries, followed by another layer of roasted strawberries.

18: Top with the remaining batter and add some roasted strawberries and chocolate on top.

19: Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

20: Remove from the oven and let cool before cutting.