Description
A perfect combination of sweet, buttery cake and fresh strawberry flavor, this Strawberry Butter Cake is a treat you won’t want to miss! The soft, moist cake is filled with a rich, creamy strawberry filling that gives it an irresistible, melt-in-your-mouth quality. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, preparing for a holiday, or simply indulging in a sweet craving, this cake is a crowd-pleaser every time.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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1 ¼ cups sugar
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14 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
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1 large egg
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1 egg yolk
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1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 ounces freeze-dried strawberries
For the Strawberry Filling:
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8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
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2 ½ cups powdered sugar
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
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½ cup freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions
For the Cake:
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Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt. Set aside.
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
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In a separate large bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Whisk until smooth. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
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Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could result in a dense cake.
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Add the Freeze-Dried Strawberries:
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Crush the freeze-dried strawberries into small pieces and stir them into the batter. This will infuse the cake with strawberry flavor without adding moisture.
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Bake the Cake:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a cake pan (9-inch round or square) and pour the batter into the pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
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For the Strawberry Filling:
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Prepare the Strawberry Filling:
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In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until creamy. Add the egg and strawberry preserves, and mix until smooth. Finally, stir in the freeze-dried strawberries.
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Assemble the Cake:
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Assemble the Cake:
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Once the cake has cooled, spread the strawberry filling evenly over the top of the cake. You can either serve it as is or chill it in the refrigerator to set the filling for an hour or so.
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Serve and Enjoy:
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Slice the cake into squares or wedges, and enjoy the buttery, strawberry-filled goodness. For added decoration, top with fresh strawberries or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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Notes
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Softened Cream Cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
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Crush Freeze-Dried Strawberries: If you’re using freeze-dried strawberries for both the cake and filling, make sure to crush them into a fine powder for an even distribution of flavor.
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Chill the Cake: If you have time, chill the cake for an hour after spreading the strawberry filling. This will help the filling set and make slicing easier.
- Flavor Adjustments: If you prefer a more intense strawberry flavor, you can add a little extra strawberry preserves or even a splash of strawberry extract to the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American