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Homemade Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

Homemade Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

Recipe Details

Author Sally McKenney
Prep Time Not specified (allow time to cool puree; frosting and assembly time varies)
Cook Time Reduce puree 25–35 minutes; bake 24–25 minutes

Summary

A tender, springy white cake infused with intensely reduced fresh-strawberry puree, finished with a silky strawberry cream cheese frosting made from real freeze-dried strawberries for bright, authentic berry flavor.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make the reduced strawberry puree: In a blender or food processor, puree the fresh strawberries (a little over 1 cup / about 270g). Transfer to a small saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 135g), 25–35 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely. Cover and refrigerate overnight if desired; bring to room temperature before using.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans, line with parchment paper rounds, then grease the parchment.

  3. 3

    Make the cake batter—dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.

  4. 4

    Cream butter and sugar: Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle, beat the butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and creamy, about 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add egg whites: Beat in the egg whites on high speed until combined, about 2 minutes; scrape down the bowl as needed.

  6. 6

    Add sour cream and vanilla: Beat in sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and vanilla on medium-high until combined, about 1 minute.

  7. 7

    Combine dry and wet: Add the dry ingredients, then with the mixer running on low, slowly pour in the milk and mix just until combined. Do not overmix.

  8. 8

    Add strawberry puree: Whisk in the room-temperature reduced strawberry puree and, if desired, 1–2 drops of red or pink food coloring. Batter will be slightly thick.

  9. 9

    Bake: Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake 24–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  10. 10

    Cool: Cool cakes in pans on a wire rack for 1 hour. Run a knife around edges, remove from pans, peel off parchment, and cool completely.

  11. 11

    Make the strawberry cream cheese frosting: Grind freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder in a food processor or blender. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add confectioners’ sugar, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt; beat until creamy. Mix in the strawberry powder until evenly pink and fluffy.

  12. 12

    Assemble: Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread frosting over the top, then add the second layer. Apply a thin crumb coat if desired, then frost the top and sides. Slice and serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (454g) fresh strawberries (rinsed and hulled)
  • 2 1/2 cups (295g) cake flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (12 Tbsp; 170g) unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg whites (at room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup (80g) full-fat sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (at room temperature)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120g/ml) whole milk (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (about 135g) reduced strawberry puree (from step 1; at room temperature)
  • 1–2 drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
  • 1 cup (about 25g) freeze-dried strawberries
  • 8 oz (226g) full-fat brick cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 3 cups (360g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 Tbsp whole milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • pinch salt (to taste)
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