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Strawberry Layer Cake

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A soft and fluffy strawberry layer cake made with fresh strawberries and layered with a creamy strawberry frosting. Perfect for spring and summer celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 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)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in sour cream, milk, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree until smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  7. Fold in diced strawberries.
  8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  9. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool the cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
  11. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and vanilla extract until fluffy and smooth.
  12. Spread frosting between layers, on top, and around the sides of the cooled cakes. Decorate with fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

  • Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor and color.
  • Make sure cakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Chill the frosted cake for easier slicing.

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