Decadent Strawberry Velvet Cake – Perfect for Any Celebration
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Author:Patricia Jannet
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Diet:Vegetarian
Description
A decadent strawberry velvet cake made with moist red velvet layers, rich cream cheese frosting, and fresh strawberries. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations.
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
5 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Whipped cream (for garnish)
Whole strawberries (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla until fluffy.
Assemble the cake by layering cake, frosting, and sliced strawberries. Repeat with the next layers.
Frost the outside of the cake, decorate with whipped cream, and garnish with whole strawberries.
Chill for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use gel food coloring for a vibrant red hue without thinning the batter.
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best texture.
Chill the frosting before spreading for a smoother finish.
For added flavor, brush cake layers with strawberry syrup before frosting.
