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Delicious and moist Best Ever Strawberry Cake topped with fresh strawberries

Best Ever Strawberry Cake

This tender and moist strawberry cake, combined with light and creamy frosting, is perfect for any special occasion or simply as a delightful treat to enjoy with family.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed) For the cake.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed) For the frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Make the Cake Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In another large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  3. Add the vegetable oil and beat until combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract and strawberry extract (if using).
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the strawberry puree.
Bake the Cakes
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops lightly.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberry Frosting
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and salt, and beat until combined.
  4. Gradually add the strawberry puree, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of strawberry frosting on top.
  2. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
  3. Decorate with fresh strawberries, if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 4 days.