Homemade Strawberry Cake
This Homemade Strawberry Cake is a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, featuring fresh strawberries for a burst of flavor.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- Cake pans
- wire racks
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 ½ cups puréed fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt, then set aside.
- Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and milk in three alternating additions until just combined.
- Fold in the strawberry purée carefully without overmixing.
- Distribute the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, then cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor; if using frozen, ensure they are thawed and drained. To keep the cake moist, avoid overmixing the batter and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. For added moisture, consider brushing the cake layers with simple syrup before frosting.