This homemade strawberry cake is a delightful and moist dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh strawberries, this cake bursts with fruity flavor. The light and fluffy texture combined with the sweet and tangy taste of strawberries will leave you craving for more. This recipe is easy to follow and requires ingredients that are readily available in your pantry. Serve this scrumptious strawberry cake at birthdays, parties, or simply enjoy it as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 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 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream on top of the cooled cake. Garnish with additional sliced strawberries, if desired.
- Slice and serve the homemade strawberry cake. Enjoy!
