Description
Moist, fruity, and undeniably gorgeous, this Strawberry Cake is the kind of dessert that instantly brightens any table. Made with real strawberries for natural sweetness and flavor, it’s layered with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting that melts in your mouth. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert idea, a birthday treat, or an easy recipe to impress guests, this strawberry cake checks every box. It’s one of those reliable food ideas you’ll keep returning to—perfect for spring, summer, or anytime you’re craving a fruity slice of joy.
Ingredients
1 cup strawberry puree (reduced and cooled)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup buttermilk
Optional: a few drops of pink gel food coloring
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup strawberry puree or strawberry jam
Instructions
1. Blend strawberries into a puree and simmer to reduce by half. Let it cool completely.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
3. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
4. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–5 minutes).
5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
6. Mix in the reduced strawberry puree until the batter turns pink and fragrant.
7. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the batter, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
8. If desired, add pink food coloring for a deeper pink shade.
9. Divide batter into the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Test with a toothpick.
10. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
11. Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then strawberry puree or jam. Beat until fluffy.
12. Assemble: Frost the first layer, add the second, and cover the cake fully. Create swirls or smooth finish as desired.
Notes
Use fully ripe strawberries to ensure the best flavor and color naturally.
Make sure the strawberry puree is completely cooled before adding to the batter or frosting.
For a clean, professional look, chill the cake layers before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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