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Ultimate Fresh Strawberry Cake

This is the ultimate strawberry cake recipe. It features a supremely moist, tender crumb infused with fresh strawberry puree and topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any day that needs a little sweetness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream full-fat, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries pureed (about 12 oz before hulling)

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Parchment paper
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Medium mixing bowls
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Offset spatula for frosting

Notes

Chef's Tips:
• For the brightest pink color, use a touch of gel food coloring in the frosting.
• Do not overmix the batter once the dry and wet ingredients combine; stop as soon as no flour streaks remain.
• Serve with extra fresh strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream.
Food Safety:
• Store frosted cake in the refrigerator due to the cream cheese frosting.
• Allow cake to come to room temperature for 30-60 minutes before serving for best texture.