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homemade strawberry cake

Strawberry Cake with Fresh Strawberries


  • Author: Dana
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Strawberry Cake with Fresh Strawberries is bursting with natural sweetness, featuring a light, fluffy texture and juicy fresh strawberries. A perfect dessert for summer gatherings and special occasions!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ½ cup mashed or pureed strawberries
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk. Stir in vanilla extract and mashed strawberries.
  5. Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
  6. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes in the pans before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Frost with cream cheese frosting or whipped cream and garnish with additional fresh strawberries.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Avoid frozen strawberries, as they release too much moisture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze unfrosted cake layers for up to 3 months.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: strawberry cake, fresh strawberries, homemade cake, summer dessert