Strawberry Layer Cake With Whipped Strawberry Frosting
If you're looking for a delicious dessert to impress your guests, then look no further than this strawberry layer cake with whipped strawberry frosting. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a special treat for yourself. The cake is made with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, giving it a light and airy texture that is sure to please.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, strawberry puree, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
5. Add the flour mixture and the milk mixture to the butter mixture in alternating batches, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on wire racks.
8. To make the frosting, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Add the confectioners' sugar and strawberry puree and beat until well combined.
9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Repeat with the second cake layer and remaining frosting.
10. Decorate the cake with fresh strawberries and serve immediately.
Tips and Variations
- For an extra strawberry kick, add a layer of sliced fresh strawberries between the cake layers.
- If you don't have fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries that have been thawed.
- To make the frosting even more stable, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the confectioners' sugar before adding it to the whipped cream.
- If you want to make this cake ahead of time, you can bake the cake layers and make the frosting up to 1 day in advance. Store the cake layers in an airtight container at room temperature and the frosting in the refrigerator. When you're ready to assemble the cake, let the frosting come to room temperature before using it.
Conclusion
This strawberry layer cake with whipped strawberry frosting is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is light and airy, with a subtle strawberry flavor that is complemented perfectly by the whipped cream frosting. Whether you're making this cake for a special occasion or just as a treat for yourself, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
