Strawberry Cake Dreamy and Fluffy Delight for You!
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A light and fluffy strawberry cake that is perfect for any occasion, bursting with fresh strawberry flavor.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, chopped (for garnish)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and strawberry puree.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- 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 wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting and garnish with chopped strawberries.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a layer of strawberry jam between the cake layers.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg