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Classic Strawberry Cake

A moist and fluffy strawberry cake made with fresh strawberries, vanilla extract, and a light glaze. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and finely chopped about 1 lb

Glaze

  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes using an electric mixer.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

Perfect for birthdays or any celebration. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.