Craving a sweet treat to satisfy your strawberry dreams? Look no further! Indulge in this scrumptious Strawberry Cake that’s bursting with berry goodness!
Ingredients:
• 2 cups fresh strawberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pink food coloring (optional)
• Whipped cream for topping
• Fresh strawberries for decoration
Directions:
. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
. Wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Then, chop them into small pieces.
. In a bowl, mix the strawberries and 1/4 cup of sugar. Allow them to sit for 15-20 minutes to release their juices.
. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
. Beat in the eggs one at a time and add the vanilla extract.
. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
. If desired, add a few drops of pink food coloring for a lovely pink hue.
. Gently fold in the macerated strawberries.
. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
. Once cooled, top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and decorate with fresh strawberries.
Indulge in the sweetness of this homemade Strawberry Cake! Share your delicious creations with friends and family.
