Description
Indulge in the lusciousness of this Strawberry Velvet Cake, a moist and tender dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree (fresh or frozen, blended smooth)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1–2 drops pink or red food coloring (optional)
Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries (blended into powder)
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pans: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in eggs, sour cream, strawberry puree, milk, vanilla, and almond extract. Add food coloring if desired.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake: Divide batter between pans and bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Make frosting: Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry powder. Mix in vanilla, salt, and cream until desired consistency.
- Frost cake: Frost cooled cakes, stack layers, and chill before slicing.
Notes
- Fresh strawberry puree yields the best flavor.
- Store cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Bring cake to room temperature before serving for best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 43g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
