Old Fashioned Strawberry Cake With Strawberry Icing
If you're looking for a delicious and fresh dessert to serve at your next gathering, then you can't go wrong with an old fashioned strawberry cake with strawberry icing. This classic recipe is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to weddings, and is sure to impress your guests with its mouthwatering flavor and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
4. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, being careful not to overmix the batter.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
6. While the cakes are baking, prepare the strawberry icing by creaming together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the pureed strawberries and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
7. Once the cakes are finished baking, allow them to cool completely in the pans before removing them and placing them on a wire rack.
8. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a layer of strawberry icing on top of one of the cakes. Place the second cake on top and spread another layer of icing on top and around the sides of the cake.
9. Decorate the cake with fresh strawberries and serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Tips:
- To make the cake even more moist, brush each layer with a simple syrup made from equal parts water and sugar before adding the icing.
- You can also add a few drops of red food coloring to the icing to make it a brighter shade of pink.
- For a more rustic look, leave the sides of the cake un-iced and simply dust with powdered sugar.
Overall, this old fashioned strawberry cake with strawberry icing is the perfect dessert for any occasion. With its fresh and fruity flavor, beautiful presentation, and easy-to-follow recipe, it's sure to be a hit with your guests. So why not give it a try the next time you're in the mood for something sweet?
