Description
Pin this easy and delicious Strawberry Vanilla Cake recipe for your next celebration! 🎉 Moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. 🍰🍓
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or cake flour for a lighter texture)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Strawberry Additions
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (diced or pureed)
- 1 tablespoon flour (for coating strawberries to prevent sinking)
Frosting Options
- 1 ½ cups whipped cream or vanilla buttercream
- ½ cup strawberry jam or fresh strawberry slices (for filling, optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans. Line with parchment paper.
2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3️⃣ In another large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
4️⃣ Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
5️⃣ Gradually mix in dry ingredients and buttermilk, alternating between them until combined.
6️⃣ Toss diced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking. Gently fold into the batter.
7️⃣ Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
8️⃣ Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9️⃣ Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🔟 If using strawberry jam or fresh strawberry slices, spread them over the first cake layer before adding frosting.
1️⃣1️⃣ Place the second cake layer on top, then frost the entire cake with whipped cream or buttercream frosting.
1️⃣2️⃣ Decorate with fresh strawberries, strawberry drizzle, or white chocolate shavings for a stunning finish.
Notes
- Serve at room temperature for the best texture and flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months (wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dessert
Keywords: Strawberry Vanilla Cake Recipe