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Moist Classic Strawberry Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Delight for Beginners

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A moist and tender strawberry cake that balances old-school charm with an easy homemade touch, perfect for any occasion and beginner bakers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (225g) fresh strawberries, mashed
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
  • Optional: whipped cream for serving
  • Optional: fresh strawberry slices for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gently fold in the mashed fresh strawberries using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold gently after each addition until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Tap the pans lightly to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, optionally dust with powdered sugar, add whipped cream, or top with fresh strawberry slices.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Gently fold in mashed strawberries to keep the batter light and airy. Avoid overmixing to prevent a tough crumb. If strawberries are very juicy, drain excess juice before mashing. Cool cakes on a wire rack to avoid sogginess. An oven thermometer can help ensure accurate baking temperature.

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