Ultimate Strawberry Cake Recipe: A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion
Nothing compares to the deliciousness of handmade strawberry cake. This cake, which is bursting with fresh flavours and topped with a rich strawberry frosting, is ideal for celebrations, birthdays, or just to satisfy your sweet craving. Grab your favourite kitchen tools and let's create this delicious delicacy together! At Sharp Blades, we think that great recipes begin with the appropriate tools.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
2 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (240ml) whole milk
1 ½ cups (225g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
For the Strawberry Frosting:
1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups (500g) powdered sugar
½ cup (120g) strawberry puree (blend fresh strawberries and strain)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pink food coloring (optional)
Tools:
Two 9-inch round cake pans and two mixing bowls are required.
Stand mixer or electric mixer
Whisk
Spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Wire cooling rack
Blender or food processor (for strawberry puree)
Sharp Blades chef’s knife (for chopping strawberries)
Time to Get Ready:
It takes 20 minutes to prepare.
25 to 30 minutes is the baking time.
One hour is needed for cooling and decorating.
One hour and fifty minutes in total.
Directions:
Get ready and preheat:
Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F). Line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper for easy removal, or grease and flour them.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium-sized bowl. Put aside.
Sugar and Cream Butter:
Using an electric mixer, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing basin and beat until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
Add the vanilla and eggs:
Beat thoroughly after adding each egg one at a time. Add the vanilla extract and stir.
Mix the Dry and Wet Ingredients:
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture gradually, switching between them and the milk. Start with the dry ingredients and finish with them. Stir just until incorporated.
Add the strawberries and fold:
Using a spatula, gently fold in the finely chopped strawberries. Take care not to mix too much.
Bake:
Evenly distribute the batter among the pans that have been prepared. A toothpick inserted in the centre should come out clean after 25 to 30 minutes of baking.
Awesome:
After letting the cakes cool in the pans for ten minutes, move them to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Get the frosting ready:
Prepare the icing while the cakes are cooling. Creamy softened butter is achieved by beating it. Add the vanilla extract, strawberry puree, and powdered sugar gradually. Blend until smooth. If desired, add a drop of pink food colouring.
Put the Cake Together:
On a serving plate, arrange one layer of cake. Cover with a coat of icing. Frost the cake's sides and top after adding the second layer. If desired, garnish with fresh strawberries.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving, 12 Servings):
Calories: 450 kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 150mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 50g
Pro Tip:
Before icing, soak the cake layers in plain strawberry syrup for an additional flavour boost. Brush the cake layers with a mixture of ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup water, and ½ cup strawberry puree. This procedure guarantees a consistently moist and flavourful cake!
In conclusion, this strawberry cake is a hit with everyone and a great example of how basic ingredients can produce amazing results. It makes all the difference to slice strawberries precisely, so don't forget to use your Sharp Blades chef's knife! Have fun with your baking!
