Indulge in the sweet and fruity delight of this Strawberry Cake recipe! Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not only delicious but also easy to make, making it a must-try for all dessert lovers.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- Bursting with fresh strawberry flavors
- Quick and simple preparation
- Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just as a sweet treat
Ingredient Notes:
- Strawberry Puree: A pound of fresh or frozen strawberries is blended to create a smooth puree that adds a burst of fruity goodness to the cake.
- Cake: Flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, butter, sugar, egg whites, vanilla extract, milk, and fresh strawberry puree are combined to create a moist and flavorful cake.
- Strawberry Frosting: Cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, salt, powdered sugar, and fresh strawberry puree are whipped together to create a creamy and luscious frosting.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Strawberry Puree: Blend strawberries to create a smooth puree, then simmer in a saucepan until reduced by half.
- Cake: Mix dry ingredients, cream butter and sugar, add egg whites and vanilla, alternate with flour mixture, milk, and strawberry puree, then bake in cake pans.
- Strawberry Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and salt until fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree.
- Assembly: Layer cake with frosting, then decorate as desired.
Helpful Tips:
- Use gel food coloring for a more concentrated color without adding extra liquid.
- Wrap cake pans with fabric baking strips for even baking.
- Store cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Allow ingredients to come to room temperature for smoother mixing.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor in the puree and frosting.
- Sift powdered sugar for a smooth and creamy frosting texture.
Serving Suggestions:
Pair this Strawberry Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave slices for a few seconds to enjoy warm.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use frozen strawberries for the puree? Yes, simply thaw them before blending.
- How can I adjust the sweetness of the frosting? Gradually add powdered sugar to reach your desired sweetness level.
- Can I use cake flour instead of all-purpose flour? Yes, cake flour will yield a lighter texture in the cake.
Conclusion:
Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delectable Strawberry Cake recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out! Enjoy every bite of this fruity delight!
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Strawberry Cake Recipe
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fresh strawberries with this moist and fluffy strawberry cake. Topped with a creamy strawberry frosting, this cake is perfect for any special occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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Strawberry Puree:
- 1 pound fresh or frozen strawberries, thawed (450g)
Cake:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (330g)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (227g)
- 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature (120ml)
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberry puree (120mL)
- Pink food coloring (optional)
Strawberry Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (227g)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (227g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 6 to 7 cups powdered sugar, sifted (720g-840g)
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberry puree
Instructions
- For the Strawberry Puree: Hull and puree strawberries, then reduce in a saucepan until thickened.
- For the Cake: Prepare batter, bake in cake pans, and let cool completely.
- For the Strawberry Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla, salt, powdered sugar, and strawberry puree until fluffy.
- For the Assembly: Frost the cake and decorate as desired before serving.
Notes
- If adding food coloring, use gel for concentrated color without adding extra liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: (e.g., 350 kcal)
- Sugar: (e.g., 25 g)
- Sodium: (e.g., 200 mg)
- Fat: (e.g., 18 g)
- Saturated Fat: (e.g., 10 g)
- Unsaturated Fat: (e.g., 6 g)
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: (e.g., 40 g)
- Fiber: (e.g., 2 g)
- Protein: (e.g., 4 g)
- Cholesterol: (e.g., 50 mg)