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Strawberry Layer Cake

Learn how to make a delicious strawberry layer cake with fresh strawberries, fluffy layers, and smooth frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
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This Strawberry Layer Cake is a moist and fluffy cake bursting with real strawberry flavor! With layers of tender cake, fresh strawberry filling, and creamy strawberry buttercream, this homemade dessert is perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, or any special occasion. 🍓🎂

Ingredients

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For the Strawberry Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup strawberry purée (fresh or frozen)
  • ½ cup diced fresh strawberries
  • A few drops red food coloring (optional)

For the Strawberry Filling:

  • 1 ½ cups diced strawberries
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Strawberry Buttercream:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup strawberry purée
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream (as needed)

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Fresh strawberries
  • White chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake Layers:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
    • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
    • In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg whites and vanilla, mixing well.
    • Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, then fold in strawberry purée and diced strawberries.
    • Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
    • Let cakes cool completely before assembling.

  2. Make the Strawberry Filling:

    • In a saucepan, heat diced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat.
    • Stir in cornstarch and cook until thickened (5-7 minutes). Let cool.

  3. Prepare the Strawberry Buttercream:

    • Beat butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
    • Mix in strawberry purée and vanilla extract. Adjust with heavy cream for consistency.

  4. Assemble the Cake:

    • Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread strawberry filling on top.
    • Add the second layer and frost the entire cake with strawberry buttercream.

  5. Chill & Serve:

    • Refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing for clean layers.
    • Garnish with fresh strawberries and white chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, roast the strawberries before puréeing.
  • To make it gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • For a lighter cake, replace butter with vegetable oil.

Find it online: https://kenzierecipes.com/strawberry-layer-cake/