Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of this Fresh Strawberry Cake! Bursting with natural strawberry flavor from pureed strawberries and topped with a creamy strawberry cream cheese frosting, this cake is a perfect spring and summer dessert. Its light, fluffy texture and vibrant color make it a stunning centerpiece for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1/3 cup sour cream
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberry purée (blend fresh strawberries)
For the Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup fresh strawberry purée
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, oil, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the fresh strawberry purée.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla, followed by the strawberry purée until well combined.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost them with the strawberry cream cheese frosting and garnish with extra fresh strawberries if desired.
Notes
Ensure the strawberries are ripe for the best flavor.
For a lighter frosting, consider substituting cream cheese with Greek yogurt or a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
- Calories: 460 kcal