Description
This Strawberry Seismic Cake delivers an explosion of flavor with its moist strawberry-infused layers, creamy strawberry frosting, and homemade strawberry sauce. A vibrant and delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup strawberry puree
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Strawberry Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Decoration:
- Fresh strawberries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla extract and strawberry puree. Gradually add the flour mixture and milk alternately, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Bake Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely on wire racks.
- Make Frosting: For the frosting, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, strawberry puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
- Prepare Strawberry Sauce: For the strawberry sauce, combine chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens. Allow to cool.
- Assemble Cake: Frost and stack the cooled cakes with strawberry frosting in between layers and on the outside. Drizzle with strawberry sauce and garnish with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Notes
This Strawberry Seismic Cake is a delightful explosion of fresh strawberry flavor in every bite, making it an ideal dessert for spring and summer celebrations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes