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Strawberry Cake

Strawberry Cake

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If you’re craving a delicious and refreshing dessert, this Strawberry Cake is the perfect choice! Bursting with real strawberry flavor and adorned with creamy strawberry buttercream, this cake is an absolute delight for any occasion—be it a birthday celebration, summer picnic, or just a sweet treat during the week. With its stunning pink hues and fluffy texture, each bite feels like a warm embrace. This delightful dessert not only tastes amazing but also looks gorgeous on your dessert table, making it an instant favorite among friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • pounds fresh strawberries (pureed)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1½ cups strawberry puree (from above)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 45 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup strawberry puree (from above)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Puree strawberries until smooth to yield about 2½ cups.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time followed by sour cream and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until combined.
  7. Fold in strawberry puree gently.
  8. Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cakes before frosting with strawberry buttercream made by mixing softened butter with powdered sugar and strawberry puree.

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