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A three-layer homemade vanilla sponge cake filled with thick whipped cream and fresh sliced strawberries, topped with more cream and whole berries.

Vanilla Cake with Strawberries

A classic, fluffy vanilla cake topped with lightly sweetened fresh strawberries and whipped cream or vanilla frosting. Simple, elegant, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
  • 2 tbsp sugar for strawberries
  • 1 cup whipped cream or vanilla frosting

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the batter, mixing until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
  7. Toss strawberries with sugar and let rest for 10 minutes.
  8. Top cake with whipped cream or frosting, then spoon strawberries over the top. Slice and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice to the strawberries or layer the cake with sliced berries.