Description
Homemade Strawberry Cake is a delightful dessert that encapsulates the essence of summer in every slice. This easy-to-follow recipe features layers of fluffy vanilla cake infused with fresh strawberries, resulting in a light and refreshing treat perfect for any celebration, from birthdays to backyard barbecues. The vibrant pink color and luscious strawberry flavor create an irresistible visual appeal that will impress your guests. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create a show-stopping cake that is not only enjoyable to make but also delicious to eat. So grab your fresh strawberries and get ready to bake this scrumptious dessert that will surely become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ? cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ? tsp salt
- ? cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition followed by vanilla.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined; gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in lemon zest or using a cream cheese frosting.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze slices for up to three months
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg