Description

Fresh Strawberry Cake is a delightful summer treat that perfectly captures the essence of ripe strawberries in a fluffy cake layered with creamy frosting. Each slice bursts with sweetness, making it an ideal dessert for birthdays, picnics, or everyday celebrations. This easy-to-make cake not only looks stunning but is also incredibly tasty, inviting everyone to indulge in its fruity goodness.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
Fold in chopped strawberries and evenly distribute batter into prepared pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before removing from pans.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
Calories: 275
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Substitute other seasonal fruits like blueberries or raspberries for variety. For added flavor, incorporate lemon zest into the batter or frosting.