Description
This Heavenly Strawberry Cake combines a moist, tender cake infused with fresh strawberry puree and a luscious whipped cream frosting. Perfect for celebratory occasions or a nostalgic treat, this recipe yields 8 servings of sweet delight featuring vibrant strawberry flavor and a light, fluffy texture.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking.
- Prepare Pans: Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with the sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which takes about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed butter and sugar, ensuring each egg is fully mixed before adding the next to create a smooth batter.
- Mix in Flavorings: Add the vanilla extract followed by the fresh strawberry puree to the wet mixture and stir until evenly combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder to distribute the leavening agent evenly.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to keep the batter tender and airy.
- Fill Pans: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the surface for even baking.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
- Cool Cake: Let the cakes cool inside the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them onto wire racks to cool completely to prevent sogginess.
- Whip Cream: Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form to create a light and sweet frosting.
- Assemble Cake: Place one cake layer on your serving plate and frost the top with whipped cream, then add sliced strawberries evenly over the cream layer. Place the second cake layer on top.
- Frost Cake: Cover the entire top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream for a smooth, creamy finish.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation and cake texture.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to avoid a dense cake.
- Chill the whipped cream if it becomes too soft before frosting the cake.
- For an extra touch, garnish with whole strawberries or mint leaves.
