This Strawberry Cake is moist, fluffy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Topped with a luscious strawberry frosting, it’s the perfect dessert for just to satisfy your sweet tooth! ❤️
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 🍓 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
- 🍞 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🧈 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🍬 2 cups granulated sugar
- 🥚 4 large eggs
- 🥛 1/2 cup whole milk
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 🧈 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🍬 4 cups powdered sugar
- 🍓 1/3 cup fresh strawberry puree
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🧂 Pinch of salt
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the Strawberry Puree:
- Puree the fresh strawberries in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside 1 1/2 cups for the cake and 1/3 cup for the frosting.
3️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
4️⃣ Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
5️⃣ Add the Eggs:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
6️⃣ Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and strawberry puree. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
7️⃣ Bake the Cakes:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared 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 a wire rack to cool completely.
8️⃣ Prepare the Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the strawberry puree, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
9️⃣ Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
🔟 Decorate & Serve:
- Decorate the cake with fresh strawberries or sprinkles, if desired. Slice and serve! 🍴
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Berry Delicious: Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor in both the cake and frosting.
- Moist & Fluffy: A soft, tender crumb that’s perfect for celebrations.
- Gorgeous & Festive: A stunning pink cake that’s easy to make yet impressive.
Dive into this sweet, fruity Strawberry Cake and savor every delightful bite! 🍓✨🍰