Soft Strawberry Cake Recipe
This soft and fluffy strawberry cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of fresh, juicy strawberries in every bite. With a light, airy texture and a subtle tang from the lemon juice, this cake is perfect for serving at a family gathering, special occasion, or as an afternoon treat with a cup of tea. The combination of soft cake, sweet strawberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar will leave everyone craving more.
Category: Dessert
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour (00) | 300g |
| Sugar | 180g |
| Butter (unsalted) | 100g |
| Fresh strawberries | 240g |
| Eggs | 110g |
| Baking powder (for cakes) | 16g |
| Lemon juice | ½ lemon |
Instructions
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Prepare the Strawberries:
Start by washing the strawberries thoroughly. Remove the green stems and cut the strawberries into small pieces. Transfer the chopped strawberries into a tall, narrow container, and add the lemon juice. Use an immersion blender to puree the strawberries until smooth. -
Melt the Butter:
Place the butter in a small saucepan and melt it over very low heat. Once melted, remove from the heat and let it cool slightly. -
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and begin to beat them using an electric mixer. Gradually add the sugar, a little at a time, until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy. This process should take about 3-5 minutes. -
Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
Sift the flour and baking powder together and then gently add them to the egg mixture. Mix carefully with a spatula, folding from the bottom up, and in a gentle circular motion to keep the airiness in the batter. -
Add the Strawberry Puree:
Once the flour mixture is well incorporated, add half of the strawberry puree and stir gently to combine. Then, add the cooled melted butter, stirring until smooth and fully integrated. -
Assemble the Cake:
Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan, spreading it evenly. Pour the remaining strawberry puree on top of the batter, allowing it to settle into the cake as it bakes. -
Bake the Cake:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) on the static setting. Place the cake pan in the center of the oven and bake for approximately 55 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. -
Cool and Serve:
Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, carefully turn the cake out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy this soft and tender strawberry cake as a delightful dessert after dinner or as a sweet treat to brighten your day. The burst of strawberry flavor combined with the light, fluffy texture makes it a recipe you’ll want to make over and over again!
This recipe is simple yet sophisticated, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and fruitiness. Make sure to use the freshest strawberries you can find for the best results!
