Strawberry Cake
A delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer with sweet strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 0.5 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk consider using buttermilk for a richer flavor
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional, can be substituted with almond extract
- 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, sliced can use frozen strawberries, thawed and drained
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Best served sliced with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.