Irresistible Strawberry Cake with Creamy Frosting Delight
Experience the vibrant joy of summer with this delightful Strawberry Cake featuring a creamy frosting.
Equipment
- - Stand mixer
- - Food processor
- Saucepan
- - Cake pans
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 4 oz Freeze-Dried Strawberries Provides concentrated strawberry flavor for the icing.
- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Pureed and used in both cake and frosting.
- 1 cooking spray Cooking Spray Ensures easy cake removal from pans.
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Creates the cake's structure.
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch Lightens the cake's texture.
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt Enhances flavor.
- 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake.
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness and moisture.
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
- 4 large Egg Whites Provide structure and lightness.
- 1 cup Whole Milk Adds moisture and richness.
For the Frosting
- 3 cups Confectioners' Sugar Sweetens the frosting.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Provides tanginess for frosting.
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Enhances frosting's texture.
Instructions
Directions
- Prepare Strawberry Puree: Start by blitzing fresh strawberries in a food processor until smooth. Cook the puree in a saucepan over medium heat until it reduces by half.
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease your cake pans with cooking spray and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and kosher salt until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add vegetable oil and mix in egg whites one at a time.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Milk: Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with whole milk and cooled strawberry puree. Avoid overmixing.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between pans. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans on a wire rack before removing them.
- Make Frosting: Sift together confectioners' sugar and freeze-dried strawberries. Combine with cream cheese and unsalted butter, beating until smooth.
- Frost Cake: Level the cooled cakes if needed, then frost with prepared frosting.
Notes
Garnish with fresh strawberries or a sprig of mint for extra flair.