Strawberry cake is a moist cake filled and topped with fresh strawberries, baked to perfection, dipped in a sweet mixture of warm milk and sprinkled with confectioners’ sugar. It’s a refreshing and delicious treat that’s not just for summer! Enjoy a piece with a cup of coffee, as a snack or as dessert. Try my Strawberry Upside Down Cake for another dessert with fresh strawberries.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Strawberries: I used fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and diced. You could also use frozen strawberries that have been thawed.
Baking Powder: Be sure the baking powder is fresh for the best results.
Topping: The combination of milk, unsalted butter, and sugar is poured over the baked cake, saturating it, for a super moist crumb and added sweetness.
Can I Add a Glaze to the Cake?
Yes, you could add a glaze to the cake. In fact, we did test this strawberry cake with and without the glaze. Taste testers agreed that the glaze did not add any spectacular flavor; the cake is delicious enough without it. However, if you do add a glaze, I recommend drizzling it over the cake while it is still warm.
Gluten-Free Strawberry Cake
You can use a good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose in this recipe.
Dairy-Free Strawberry Cake
If you are looking for a dairy-free option, simply leave off the milk mixture that gets poured on top.
Can I Use a Different Pan?
You could adjust to a larger size pan, just be aware that the cake will not bake up as tall and the baking time will decrease.
If you do not have a spring-form pan you can use an 8×8 or 9×9 cake pan. If you want to use a 9×13, the recipe will need to be doubled. Baking times will vary. Be sure to line the pans with parchment.
How to Store Fresh Strawberry Cake
To store strawberry cake, first, let it cool completely. Next, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil and place it in an airtight container or cake carrier. If serving the cake within a day or two, leave it out at room temperature. For longer storage, the cake can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, but if not wrapped properly, the cake can dry out.
Can I Freeze Strawberry Cake?
Sure! To freeze the strawberry cake, follow these steps:
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Once cool, wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil.
- Label and date the packaging.
- Place the cake in the freezer to store for up to 2-3 months.
- When ready to enjoy, let the cake thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
PREP TIME : 15 MINS
COOK TIME : 50 MINS
COOLING TIME : 15 MINS
TOTAL TIME1 HR : 20 MINS
Fresh Strawberry Cake is a moist and fluffy cake filled and topped with fresh strawberries, baked to perfection, drenched in a sweet warm milk mixture, and dusted with confectioners’ sugar.
Ingredients
- ▢1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- ▢⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
- ▢2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ▢½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢3 large eggs, room temperature
- ▢½ cup (109 g) vegetable oil
- ▢1 pound strawberries, washed, hulled, diced (about 2 ¾ cups), divided
Topping
- ▢½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk
- ▢2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ▢2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ▢confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
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