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Strawberry Layer Cake

Strawberry Layer Cake
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A moist and fluffy Strawberry Layer Cake bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, made from real strawberries and simple ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, this beginner-friendly recipe guides you step-by-step to create a light, tender cake with customizable frosting options such as cream cheese or whipped cream. Ideal as a show-stopping dessert or a delightful sweet treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Strawberries

  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, pureed

Frosting Options

  • 2 cups cream cheese, softened (for cream cheese frosting) or 2 cups whipped cream (for whipped topping)
  • 1 to 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for frosting or glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper. Puree fresh strawberries until smooth and set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to remove lumps and evenly distribute leavening agents.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy to build an airy texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Stir in pure vanilla extract for added aroma and flavor.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Buttermilk: Alternately add the dry ingredient mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Gently fold in pureed strawberries to maintain a light batter and even pink color.
  6. Bake Your Cake: Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops with a spatula. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
  7. Frost and Assemble: Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting or whipped cream over one cake layer. Place second layer on top and cover with more frosting. Decorate with fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients (butter, eggs, buttermilk) for a smoother batter and better rise.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and avoid dense texture.
  • Measure flour carefully by spooning into the measuring cup and leveling off to prevent a dry, heavy cake.
  • Check cake doneness starting 5 minutes before minimum baking time to avoid overbaking.
  • Allow cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and a messy finish.

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Keywords: strawberry cake, layer cake, fresh strawberries, cream cheese frosting, whipped cream, moist cake, berry dessert, celebration cake, easy baking

Find it online: https://marybaking.com/strawberry-layer-cake/