Dessert

Strawberry Layer Cake

Name: Strawberry Layer Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar; 4 large eggs; 1/3 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup whole milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed; 1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries; 3/4 cup unsalted butter (for frosting); 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting); 1/3 cup strawberry puree (for frosting); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

ByMariem September 21, 2025September 21, 2025

Jump to Recipe

A multi‑layered pink strawberry cake with strawberry frosting, decorated with fresh strawberries.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fruity, fresh strawberry flavor in both cake and frosting.
Beautiful in presentation (great for birthdays or special occasions).
Layers make it feel celebratory.

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

Flour
Sugar
Eggs
Butter
Baking powder/soda
Milk or buttermilk
Fresh or freeze‑dried strawberries or strawberry flavor
Frosting sugar
Cream or butter for frosting

Directions

Prepare cake batter: cream butter + sugar, add eggs, alternate flour and milk, add strawberry flavor or puree.
Bake in layers, let cool.
Make frosting with strawberry flavor.
Stack layers, frost, decorate with fresh strawberries.

Servings and Timing

Serves ~12.
Prep: ~30 min.
Bake: ~25‑30 min per layer.

Variations

Use strawberry puree vs extracts.
Use whipped cream frosting vs buttercream.
Make smaller two‑layer cake instead.

Storage / Reheating

Keep refrigerated due to fruit/frosting. Best consumed within 2‑3 days.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes, thaw and drain. May affect color or moisture.

How to make sure layers bake evenly?

Use same size pans, level batter, rotate pans halfway through.

What frosting holds up best?

Stabilized buttercream or cream cheese buttercream; whipped cream for short term.

Can I add jam between layers?

Absolutely; strawberry jam complements the flavor.

Can I color the cake pink without dye?

Use natural strawberry puree or freeze‑dried powder.

How to make cake moist?

Don’t overbake; use buttermilk or sour cream.

How to prevent cake layers from sliding?

Chill between frosting layers slightly; ensure frosting is thick enough.

Can I freeze whole cake or slices?

Slices freeze better; wrap well and thaw before serving.

Should I use convection or regular bake?

Regular bake if possible; convection can dry edges.

How to cut cleanly?

Use sharp serrated knife; wipe between cuts.

Conclusion

This strawberry layer cake brings both taste and aesthetic appeal to the table. If you want something showy AND delicious, this delivers. It’s a true centerpiece dessert for celebrations.

Mariem