Indulge your sweet cravings with the ultimate guide to creating a mouthwatering strawberry cake. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative flavor combinations that tantalize the taste buds, this article will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best strawberry cake recipe that suits your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to elevate your skills or a novice ready to embark on a baking adventure, we'll provide you with all the essential tips, tricks, and techniques needed to achieve strawberry cake perfection. From selecting the ripest strawberries to mastering the art of fluffy sponge cake, we'll guide you through every step of the process to ensure a delightful and unforgettable dessert experience.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY CAKE
The one thing that sets this strawberry cake apart from others? Reduce fresh strawberry puree down and add to the best white cake batter.
Provided by Sally
Categories Cakes
Time 6h
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Make the reduced strawberry puree and allow it to cool completely. See note. You can make it a few days ahead of time and store it covered in the refrigerator or cover and freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw before using in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- Whisk the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside.
- Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the butter and sugar together on high speed until smooth and creamed, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. Beat in the egg whites on high speed until combined, about 2 minutes. Then beat in the sour cream and vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl as needed. With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients until just incorporated. With the mixer still running on low, slowly pour in the milk *just* until combined. Do not overmix. Whisk in 1/2 cup of reduced strawberry puree, making sure there are no lumps at the bottom of the bowl. The batter will be slightly thick. Stir in food coloring, if desired. (I use 1 small drop.)
- Pour batter evenly into cake pans. Bake for around 24-25 minutes or until the cakes are baked through. To test for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, it is done. Allow cakes to cool completely in the pans set on a wire rack. The cakes must be completely cool before frosting and assembling.
- Using a blender or food processor, process the freeze-dried strawberries into a powdery crumb. You should have around 1/2 cup crumbs. Set aside. In a large bowl using a hand-held or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese for 1 minute on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Beat in the butter until combined. Add the confectioners' sugar, strawberry powder, 1 Tablespoon milk, and vanilla and beat on medium-high speed until combined and creamy. Add 1 more Tablespoon of milk to slightly thin out, if desired. Taste, then add a pinch of salt if needed. Yields about 3 cups of frosting.
- First, using a large serrated knife, slice a thin layer off the tops of the cakes to create a flat surface. Discard (or crumble over ice cream!). Place 1 cake layer on your cake stand or serving plate. Evenly cover the top with frosting. Top with 2nd layer and spread the remaining frosting all over the top and sides. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes before slicing. This helps the cake keep its shape when cutting- it could slightly fall apart without time in the fridge.
- Cover leftover cake tightly and store in the refrigerator for 5 days.
BEST EVER STRAWBERRY CAKE
This type of strawberry cake recipe with all-natural strawberry flavoring (no gelatin) is quite rare and difficult to find. This strawberry cake tastes light and fresh, never too sweet. A truly excellent recipe that always turns out fluffy and oh-so moist. Topped with the rich and delicious cream cheese frosting, this cake is truly the best ever. It was a handwritten recipe I found in my mom's recipe book, but I assume she found it elsewhere.
Provided by Cassidylea16
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Strawberry Dessert Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans.
- Mix pureed strawberries, milk, eggs, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract together in a small bowl; transfer to the bowl of a stand mixer.
- Beat flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt into strawberry mixture on Low; add butter and continue beating on Low until evenly combined.
- Stop mixer, scrape sides, and beat again for about 30 seconds.
- Divide batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool the cakes in the pans for about 10 minutes; transfer to wire racks to completely cool, about 30 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until smooth. Gradually beat confectioners' sugar into cream cheese mixture until creamy and fluffy; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Spread about 1/2 the frosting on top of 1 cake. Place second cake on top of frosting layer; spread the remaining frosting on top of second cake and around sides of both cakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.6 calories, Carbohydrate 74.5 g, Cholesterol 185.3 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 641.2 mg, Sugar 51.3 g
MAMAW EMILY'S STRAWBERRY CAKE
My husband loved his mamaw's strawberry cake recipe. He thought no one could duplicate it. I made it, and it's just as scrumptious as he remembers. -Jennifer Bruce, Manitou, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line the bottoms of 2 greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment., In a large bowl, combine cake mix, gelatin, sugar and flour. Add water, oil and eggs; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Fold in chopped strawberries. Transfer to prepared pans., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat butter until creamy. Beat in crushed strawberries. Gradually beat in enough confectioners' sugar to reach desired consistency. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (69g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- To achieve a moist and fluffy strawberry cake, use buttermilk, sour cream, or yogurt in the batter. These ingredients add moisture and tenderness to the cake.
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries. If fresh strawberries are unavailable, frozen or freeze-dried strawberries can be used instead.
- Before adding the strawberries to the batter, toss them in a little bit of flour. This will help prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Strawberry cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a simple cake to serve at a backyard barbecue or an elegant cake to serve at a special occasion, there is a strawberry cake recipe out there to suit your needs. With a little planning and effort, you can create a strawberry cake that is both beautiful and delicious.
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