Strawberry Cake
This Strawberry Cake is a delightful blend of summer flavors, featuring moist crumb, bright strawberries, and a light frosting, making it perfect for celebrations and everyday treats.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour substitute 1:1 gluten-free flour if needed
- 2 cups sugar or use 1 3/4 cups coconut sugar for a slightly deeper flavor
- 1 tablespoon baking powder ensures a light rise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened substitute coconut oil for a dairy-free option
- 3 large eggs, room temperature for structure and silkiness
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature or use almond milk for a healthy option
- 1/2 cup sour cream keeps the cake moist; plain yogurt works too
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract warms the flavor
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped fold in gently for bursts of fruit
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam optional; to swirl into batter for extra fruitiness
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 cup pureed strawberries strain seeds for smooth frosting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round pans or line a 9x13 pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy — about 3 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture and the milk (beginning and ending with dry), mixing until just combined.
- Fold in sour cream for silkiness.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries and, if using, swirl in the jam.
Baking
- Divide batter into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is lightly golden.
- Cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
- While the cake cools, beat the frosting ingredients until silky smooth and spreadable.
- Frost between layers and over the top, garnish with sliced strawberries, and chill briefly to set.
Notes
For the best texture, use room-temperature ingredients. Do not overmix after adding flour. For a vegan option, use flax eggs, plant-based butter, and non-dairy milk.