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Strawberry Vanilla Cake

Strawberry Vanilla Cake: Your Ultimate Summer Bliss Dessert

Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with this delightful Strawberry Vanilla Cake, a perfect dessert for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour provides a soft and tender texture
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter adds rich flavor and moisture
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs essential for stability
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil ensures a moist, fluffy texture
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract infuses flavor
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste can substitute with more extract
  • 1 cup whole milk contributes moisture and tenderness
For the Frosting & Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cold and full-fat for best results
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream creates airy frosting
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced and macerated
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for macerating strawberries

Equipment

  • 8-inch Cake Pans
  • stand mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a stand mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then add vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean paste.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with whole milk.
  6. Evenly divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 21-23 minutes.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Slice fresh strawberries and toss with sugar, then let macerate for 30 minutes.
  9. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  10. Gradually incorporate heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form for frosting.
  11. Assemble the cake by layering frosting and macerated strawberries between cake layers.
  12. Frost the entire cake and decorate with whole strawberries on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in the refrigerator to keep fresh, and macerate strawberries to enhance their flavor.

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