Deliciously Easy Strawberry Cake Recipe for Quick Desserts
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Savor a simple strawberry cake recipe perfect for quick desserts. Whip up this delightful treat effortlessly for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
1 cup of granulated sugar
½ cup of unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
½ cup of whole milk
1 teaspoon of baking powder
½ teaspoon of salt
1 ½ cups of fresh strawberries, chopped
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of lemon zest (optional)
2 tablespoons of poppy seeds (optional)
Any favorite frosting (optional)
Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare Your Pan: Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Mix the Butter and Sugar: Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until just combined.
Fold in the Strawberries: Gently fold in the fresh strawberries.
Pour and Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
A fluffy and fruity strawberry cake that’s easy to whip up, perfect for summer picnics and special occasions.
