Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
- 1 ½ tsp (7g) baking powder
- ¼ tsp (1g) salt
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
- 3-4 tbsp (45-60ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (75g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Grease and flour the cake pans or line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture until smooth. Fold in strawberry puree gently.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- In a bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until combined.
- Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, chopped strawberries, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy.
- Place one cake layer on the serving platter. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer. Frost the top and sides as desired.
- Chill the assembled cake for 30 minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy!