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Strawberry Cake Recipe

Strawberry Cake Recipe

4.6 from 24 reviews

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fresh strawberries with this moist and flavorful homemade Strawberry Cake. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup strawberry puree (from fresh or thawed frozen strawberries)
  • 1/2 cup diced strawberries
  • Red food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs, sour cream, milk, vanilla, and strawberry puree.
  5. Combine and Bake: Gradually add dry ingredients, fold in diced strawberries and food coloring, then bake for 30–35 minutes.
  6. Cool and Serve: Cool in pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Notes

  • For extra strawberry flavor, consider frosting with strawberry cream cheese frosting or topping with whipped cream and fresh berries.
  • Strawberry puree can be made by blending hulled strawberries in a food processor.

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