Best Ever Strawberry Cake
This tender and moist strawberry cake, combined with light and creamy frosting, is perfect for any special occasion or simply as a delightful treat to enjoy with family.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed) (For the cake.)
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (pureed) (For the frosting.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Make the Cake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
- Add the vegetable oil and beat until combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and strawberry extract (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the strawberry puree.
Bake the Cakes
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops lightly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberry Frosting
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
- Add the vanilla extract and salt, and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the strawberry puree, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of strawberry frosting on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries, if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 4 days.