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Strawberry Cake with Homemade Strawberry Puree and Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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This vibrant and moist Strawberry Cake recipe features a homemade strawberry puree incorporated into both the tender cake layers and smooth cream cheese frosting, delivering a fresh and delightful berry flavor perfect for any celebration or dessert craving.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Puree

  • 1 pound fresh or frozen strawberries, thawed (450g)

Cake

  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour (330g)
  • 2½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (227g)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
  • 4 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk, room temperature (120ml)
  • ½ cup fresh strawberry puree (120ml)
  • Pink food coloring (optional)

Strawberry Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (227g)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (227g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 6 to 7 cups powdered sugar, sifted (720g-840g)
  • ¼ cup fresh strawberry puree

Instructions

  1. Make the Strawberry Puree: Hull the strawberries and place them in a blender. Puree on high for about 30 seconds until smooth. Pour the puree into a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook until the mixture is reduced by about half, approximately 25 minutes for fresh strawberries and up to 45 minutes if using frozen. Allow to cool completely before using in cake and frosting.
  2. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter two 9-inch round cake pans or spray with baking spray, then line the bottoms with parchment paper. Optionally, wrap the pans with soaked fabric baking strips for even baking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer bowl fitted with the paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy. Add the sugar and beat for about 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  5. Add Egg Whites and Vanilla: Scrape down the bowl and add the egg whites along with vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 1 minute until well combined and fluffy.
  6. Combine Batter: Reduce the mixer speed to low. Add the flour mixture alternating with the milk and strawberry puree reduction. Mix just until combined after each addition, scraping down the bowl as needed. If desired, add a drop or two of pink food coloring for enhanced color. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
  7. Bake the Cakes: Bake the cake layers for about 30 minutes or until a cake springy to touch and starting to pull away from the pan edges. Cool the cakes in the pans for 20 minutes, then remove and cool completely on wire racks. Discard the parchment paper.
  8. Make the Strawberry Frosting: In a clean mixing bowl or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and salt on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  9. Add Powdered Sugar and Puree: With the mixer on low, gradually add the powdered sugar alternating with tablespoons of strawberry puree. Scrape down the bowl periodically. Once all sugar is incorporated, increase speed to medium and beat until fluffy. If frosting is too stiff or dry, add extra strawberry puree or milk by tablespoon until desired consistency is reached.
  10. Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a cake stand or serving plate. Spread about 1 cup of frosting evenly over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and use the remaining frosting to cover the entire outside of the cake. Decorate as desired. Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Gel food coloring is recommended if you choose to enhance the cake and frosting color, as it adds concentrated color without extra liquid.
  • Make sure to cool the strawberry puree completely before adding to the batter and frosting to prevent any texture issues.
  • Room temperature ingredients ensure a smooth batter and fluffy cake texture.
  • Using fabric baking strips around your pans can promote even baking and prevent domed cakes.

Keywords: Strawberry cake, strawberry puree cake, cream cheese frosting, berry dessert, moist strawberry cake

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