Strawberry Cake with fresh strawberries:
Fresh Strawberry Cake is a moist and fluffy cake filled and topped with fresh strawberries, baked to perfection, drenched in a sweet warm milk mixture, and dusted with confectioners’ sugar. It’s a refreshing and delightful treat that is not just for the summertime! Enjoy a piece with a cup of coffee, as a snack, or as a dessert. Try my Strawberry Dump Cake for another dessert with fresh strawberries.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
For the Strawberry Topping:
1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced thinly)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Whipped Cream (optional for serving):
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Serve:
Once the cake is cooled, spoon the strawberry topping over the cake.
Serve slices with a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Enjoy your Strawberry Cake with fresh, juicy strawberries!
Prepare the Oven and Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour an 8- or 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Cake Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Beat just until combined.
Add the Strawberries:
Gently fold in the halved strawberries into the cake batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake:
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberry Topping:
In a small bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes, allowing the strawberries to release their juices.
Make the Whipped Cream (optional):
In a large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
