Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade strawberry cake, where ripe strawberries meet fluffy layers of cake, creating a sweet yet tangy treat. This visually stunning dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to casual afternoon gatherings. Top it with whipped cream and watch smiles light up around the table as this cake becomes the star of your dessert spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (mashed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, mash the strawberries until chunky; set aside.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract until combined.
- Whisk together flour and baking powder in another bowl, then gradually add it to the wet ingredients while alternating with milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in mashed strawberries without overmixing.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg