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Strawberries and Cream Cake Recipe

Strawberries and Cream Cake Recipe

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This Strawberries and Cream Cake recipe combines moist cake layers with tangy cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries for a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 tablespoons heavy cream (as needed for consistency)

For the Topping:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Layers: Preheat the Oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Extracts: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using).
  5. Add Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. 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.
  7. Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Keywords: Strawberries and Cream Cake, Strawberry Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert Recipe