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Strawberry Vanilla Cake

Fresh and Fluffy Strawberry Vanilla Cake for Summer Bliss

Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Vanilla Cake, a perfect summer treat bursting with fresh strawberries and fluffy vanilla
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour Avoid all-purpose flour as it makes the cake dense.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Adds flavor and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Enhances moisture.
  • 3 large eggs Provides essential structure.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Imparts a rich vanilla flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla paste Can substitute with more vanilla extract.
  • 1 cup whole milk Contributes moisture.
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries Macerate with sugar.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream Ensure it's labeled 'heavy'.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Use full-fat, cold cream cheese.
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar Adjust to your taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cake Pans
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Cream together unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and vanilla paste.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and incorporate whole milk until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared pans and bake for 21-23 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
  7. While cooling, slice strawberries and macerate with sugar.
  8. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in confectioners' sugar and heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering frosting and strawberries between cake layers.
  10. Frost the top and sides of the cake, decorating with remaining strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill ingredients before frosting for best texture. Add heavy cream gradually to maintain control over the frosting's texture.

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