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Strawberry Cake: The Ultimate Recipe for a Delicious Dessert

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Moist homemade strawberry cake with layers of fresh strawberry puree and luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations!

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • Optional: A few drops of red food coloring (for a more vibrant color)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: A pinch of salt
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced
  • Strawberry jam or preserves
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined after each addition.
  6. Gently fold in strawberry puree until just combined. Add food coloring (if using) and stir until evenly colored.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once the cakes are completely cool, you can use a serrated knife to level the tops if they are uneven.
  11. In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  12. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until combined. Once all the powdered sugar is added, increase the speed to medium and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  13. Stir in the strawberry puree and vanilla extract until well combined. If the frosting is too thick, you can add a tablespoon or two of milk or cream to thin it out. If it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
  14. Taste the frosting and adjust the sweetness as needed. If you prefer a less sweet frosting, you can add a pinch of salt to balance the flavors.
  15. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of strawberry cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  16. Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the frosting.
  17. Frost the entire cake with the remaining strawberry cream cheese frosting. You can create a smooth finish or add swirls and textures with a spatula or piping bag.
  18. Decorate the cake with fresh strawberry slices, a drizzle of strawberry jam or preserves, and/or sprinkles. Get creative and have fun with it!
  19. For best results, chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the frosting set and make the cake easier to slice.
  20. Slice and serve your delicious homemade strawberry cake! Enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure butter and cream cheese are softened for smooth frosting.
  • Don’t overmix the cake batter to avoid a tough cake.
  • Use a kitchen scale to divide batter evenly for even baking.
  • Cool cakes completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Chilling the cake before serving helps the frosting set.

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