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Strawberry Cake Recipe

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This homemade strawberry cake recipe is a delightful treat made with fresh strawberries and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any special occasion, this cake is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • Cake:
    • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
    • 1 package (3 oz/85g) strawberry-flavored gelatin
    • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
    • 4 large eggs
    • 2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
    • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
    • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup (120ml) pureed fresh strawberries
    • Red food coloring (optional)
  • Cream Cheese Frosting:
    • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
    • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
    • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1/4 cup (60ml) pureed fresh strawberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugar, strawberry gelatin, and butter until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Stir in vanilla extract and pureed strawberries. Add a few drops of red food coloring if desired.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in vanilla extract and pureed strawberries until well combined.
  • Once the cakes are completely cool, spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
  • Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can add a bit of strawberry extract to the batter and frosting.

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