Strawberry Cake

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup strawberry puree (fresh or store-bought)
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (for garnish)
• 1/4 cup strawberry jam (optional, for topping)

Recipe

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

- Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare Dry Ingredients

- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3: Prepare Wet Ingredients

- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and strawberry puree.

- Add the sour cream and mix until smooth.

Step 4: Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients

- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until smooth.

Step 5: Bake the Cake

- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 6: Prepare the Whipped Cream

- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

Step 7: Assemble the Cake

- Once the cakes are completely cool, slice them in half horizontally to create four layers.

- Place the first layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of whipped cream on top.

- Drizzle some strawberry jam over the whipped cream (optional), then add the next layer.

- Repeat the process for the remaining layers.

Step 8: Final Decoration

- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream.

- Garnish with fresh chopped strawberries on top for a refreshing finish.

Step 9: Serve

- Slice and serve this delightful Strawberry Cake to your friends and family.

- Enjoy the sweet and fruity flavor of this beautiful dessert!