Description
Strawberry Cake is a luscious dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its moist and fluffy layers, filled with juicy fresh strawberries. This cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the palate, making it an ideal choice for birthdays, picnics, or any festive gathering. Topped with a light whipped cream or creamy frosting, every slice offers a burst of berry flavor and memories of warm days outdoors. With its straightforward recipe, bakers of all levels can impress friends and family with this stunning centerpiece that tastes as delightful as it looks.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Casting Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Unsalted Butter
- Large Eggs
- Fresh Strawberries
- Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Beat softened butter and casting sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one and mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries and pour the batter into prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling before frosting.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor; frozen can alter texture.
Rotate pans halfway through baking for even cooking.
Consider adding lemon zest or using cream cheese frosting for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Use fresh strawberries for maximum flavor; frozen berries may change texture.- Rotate pans halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.- Enhance flavor by adding lemon zest or opting for cream cheese frosting.