Delicious Homemade Strawberry Cake Recipe: Easy & Sweet Treat

Name: Delicious Homemade Strawberry Cake Recipe: Easy & Sweet Treat
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American Dessert
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cups All-purpose flour (Sifted); 1 cup cup Granulated sugar (Divided); 1.5 tsp teaspoons Baking powder; 1/4 tsp teaspoon Salt; 3 units Large eggs (Room temperature); 1/2 cup cup Whole milk (Room temperature); 1/2 cup cup Unsalted butter (Melted and cooled); 1 tsp teaspoon Vanilla extract; 2 cups cups Heavy whipping cream (Chilled); 1/2 cup cup Powdered sugar (For frosting); 2 lbs pounds Fresh strawberries (Washed, hulled, and sliced)

Learn how to make a beautiful and delicious homemade strawberry cake from scratch. This easy-to-follow recipe guides you through baking soft cake layers, preparing a creamy frosting, and layering with fresh, juicy strawberries for a perfect sweet treat.

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#Sweet Treat

#Summer Cake

Beautifully decorated strawberry cake

Recipe Information

30m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Medium

American Dessert

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

Protein

55g

Carbs

25g

Fat

Close-up of fresh strawberries on top

Ingredients

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Layered cake with cream and berries inside

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
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Properly greasing and flouring ensures the cake won't stick.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Sifting flour prevents lumps and makes the cake lighter.

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In a separate medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Overmixing can lead to a tough cake. Mix until no dry streaks remain.
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Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Baking times can vary, so keep an eye on your cakes.

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Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents the cakes from becoming dense.
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Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents the cakes from becoming dense.
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Cooling completely is crucial before frosting to prevent melting.
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While cakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a cold bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
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While cakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a cold bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and the remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Using a chilled bowl and whisk attachment helps the cream whip faster and firmer.
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Hull and slice fresh strawberries. If desired, lightly macerate with a tablespoon of sugar for 10 minutes to bring out juices.
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Hull and slice fresh strawberries. If desired, lightly macerate with a tablespoon of sugar for 10 minutes to bring out juices.
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Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor.

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To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream, then arrange sliced strawberries over the cream.
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To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream, then arrange sliced strawberries over the cream.
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Use an offset spatula for even spreading of cream.
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Place the second cake layer on top, then cover the entire cake with remaining whipped cream and decorate with more fresh strawberries.
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Place the second cake layer on top, then cover the entire cake with remaining whipped cream and decorate with more fresh strawberries.
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Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving for easier slicing.