1. Make the Strawberry Puree
Blend strawberries + sugar until smooth. Strain if desired for seeds.
2. Bake the Cake Layers
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease & line two 8-inch round pans.
Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream butter + sugar until fluffy. Add eggs + vanilla.
Alternate adding dry ingredients, buttermilk, and strawberry puree.
Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 mins. Cool completely.
3. Make the Frosting
Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar.
Mix in strawberry puree, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
4. Assemble & Decorate!
Fill and frost the cooled cake layers.
Garnish with fresh strawberries and white chocolate.
Pro Tips for the Perfect Cake 🔥
✔ Use ripe, sweet strawberries – For maximum flavor.
✔ Don’t overmix batter – Keeps the cake tender.
✔ Chill cake layers before frosting – Prevents crumbs.
✔ Storage: Keep refrigerated for 3 days (bring to room temp before serving).
Serving Suggestions 🍽️
✨ With a scoop of vanilla ice cream – The perfect pairing!
✨ For a summer birthday party – It’s a showstopper!
✨ As a romantic dessert – Pair with champagne.
Final Verdict: Strawberry Perfection! 🎂💖
This Strawberry Cake is moist, flavorful, and stunning—the kind of dessert that disappears in minutes!
Bake it today and taste the magic of fresh strawberries! 😍