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Best Ever Strawberry Cake

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 420
A moist and flavorful strawberry cake layered with luscious strawberry frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)

Strawberry Frosting

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease pans and line with parchment.
  • Mix dry ingredients; cream butter and sugar, then add oil, eggs, vanilla, and strawberry extract. Alternate adding dry and buttermilk, then fold in strawberry puree.
  • Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Beat butter, gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and strawberry puree until fluffy.
  • Assemble cake with frosting layers, decorate with strawberries.

Notes

Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and color.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Strawberry