Indulgent Strawberry Cake
Experience the joy of a luscious strawberry cake that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a moist, fluffy cake. Perfect for any celebration or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this delightful dessert is sure to impress your friends and family. With vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s not just a treat; it’s a moment of happiness served on a plate!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 10 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh strawberries (mashed)
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mash strawberries in a bowl until chunky.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk until smooth.
- Gently fold in mashed strawberries.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely before frosting with powdered sugar mixed with a little milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg