Vanilla Cake With Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
Vanilla cake is a classic dessert that never goes out of style. It's a versatile cake that can be customized with various fillings and frostings. One popular variation is the vanilla cake with strawberry cream cheese frosting. This dessert is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth. In this article, we will guide you on how to make a delicious vanilla cake with strawberry cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
Making the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix well after each addition.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Making the Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix well.
- Add the strawberry puree and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Assembling the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a layer of frosting over the top of the cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting.
- Spread a thin layer of frosting over the entire cake. This is called a crumb coat.
- Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cake from the refrigerator and spread a thick layer of frosting over the entire cake.
- Decorate the cake with fresh strawberries, if desired.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to make a delicious vanilla cake with strawberry cream cheese frosting, you can impress your family and friends with your baking skills. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party or a family gathering. The sweet and tangy flavors of the strawberry cream cheese frosting complement the moist and fluffy vanilla cake perfectly. So, go ahead and give this recipe a try!
