Description

A soft and moist strawberry cake layered with rich, velvety cream cheese frosting made from real strawberry purée. Perfect for spring gatherings or celebrations, it’s both refreshing and indulgent.

Ingredients

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 ½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups granulated sugar

4 large eggs

½ cup fresh strawberry purée (blend fresh strawberries)

¼ cup whole milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp strawberry extract (optional)

1–2 drops pink food coloring (optional)

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

½ cup fresh strawberry purée (strained)

1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in strawberry purée, vanilla, and strawberry extract (if using).
Mix in the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour. Stir in pink food coloring if desired.
Divide batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
To make frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in strained strawberry purée and vanilla extract until creamy.
Layer and frost the cooled cakes, then garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

Use freeze-dried strawberry powder for a stronger flavor boost.

Substitute with dairy-free butter and cream cheese for a vegan-friendly version.

Layer sliced fresh strawberries between cake layers for added texture and flavor.

Can be made as cupcakes or two-layer cake by adjusting baking time.

Store in refrigerator up to 4 days; freeze slices for longer storage.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 445
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 95mg