Indulge in the sweetness of fresh strawberries with this Best Ever Strawberry Cake recipe.

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This Best Ever Strawberry Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion, from birthdays to summer parties. The moist and flavorful cake is made with fresh strawberries and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. It's a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add in buttermilk, oil, vanilla extract, and eggs, mixing well after each addition.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped strawberries and pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
  7. Slice and serve, enjoying the burst of fresh strawberry flavor in every bite.

Interesting Facts

  • Strawberries are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, making this cake a delicious and healthy treat.
  • Cream cheese frosting complements the sweetness of the strawberries, creating a perfect balance of flavors.