Description
A delicious and moist strawberry cake topped with creamy strawberry frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup strawberry puree
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup strawberry puree (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream or milk, as needed (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Mix in the strawberry puree. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in strawberry puree and vanilla. Add cream or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until smooth and spreadable.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with frosting. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and a few small strawberry slices. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg