Description

This Easy Strawberry Cake is a soft, moist, and fruity dessert made with fresh strawberries. It has a light and fluffy texture, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon cornstarch

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, toss the chopped strawberries with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Gently fold in the prepared strawberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra touch, top the cake with strawberry frosting or whipped cream.
You can substitute the strawberries with mixed berries or add lemon zest for a different twist.
For a vegan version, replace the eggs and buttermilk with plant-based alternatives like flax eggs and almond milk.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
If using frozen strawberries, ensure they’re thawed and drained to avoid excess moisture in the batter.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 55mg