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Ultimate Strawberry Layer Cake Recipe with Cream Cheese Frosting

Strawberry Layer Cake
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This Ultimate Strawberry Layer Cake is a showstopper dessert with moist layers of real strawberries and a luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and chopped
  • 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) milk
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
  2. Wash, hull, and chop 1 ½ cups (225g) of fresh strawberries. Mash them lightly with a fork or puree them in a blender for a smoother texture.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups (310g) of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of baking soda.
  4. Beat ¾ cup (170g) of unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups (350g) of granulated sugar until fluffy. Add 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the mashed strawberries and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with ⅓ cup (80ml) of milk. Mix until just combined; don’t overmix.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes rest in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  9. Beat 8 ounces (225g) of softened cream cheese with ½ cup (120ml) of heavy cream and 2 cups (240g) of powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread frosting on top, and add the second layer. Frost the top and sides, then garnish with fresh strawberries.

Notes

For best results, bring all ingredients to room temperature before starting. If the frosting is too soft, chill it in the fridge for 15 minutes before spreading. Use a serrated knife to trim uneven cake layers for a professional look.

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Keywords: Strawberry Cake, Layer Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, Summer Dessert, Birthday Cake

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