Description

Indulge in our Homemade Strawberry Cake, a delightful dessert that brings the vibrant flavor of fresh strawberries to life. This cake is incredibly moist and airy, thanks to the addition of puréed strawberries mixed into a light batter. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting and garnished with fresh strawberries, it presents beautifully, making it perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat at home. Easy to prepare and full of delicious flavor, this cake is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
1 ½ cups puréed fresh strawberries

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in the puréed strawberries.
Divide the batter evenly between cake pans and smooth tops.
Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added strawberry flavor, you can fold in chopped fresh strawberries along with the puree. Experiment by adding lemon zest for a citrusy twist. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal blending.