Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Ultimate Strawberry Cake, featuring layers of moist cake infused with fresh strawberry puree and topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and strawberry puree.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually beat into the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, continuing to beat until creamy. Fold in chopped strawberries.
- Once cakes are cooled, frost with strawberry cream cheese frosting. Garnish with additional strawberries if desired.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 640 kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 92g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 122mg