How to Make a Delicious Strawberry Filled Cake

Strawberries are in season and what better way to enjoy them than by making a delicious strawberry-filled cake! This sweet and tangy treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday or just a special dessert for your loved ones. In this article, we will show you how to make a homemade strawberry-filled cake using simple ingredients that are easy to find.

To make this cake, you will not need any special baking skills or equipment. We will walk you through every step of the process, from preparing the cake batter to making the strawberry filling and assembling the cake. The end result will be a moist and fluffy cake with a burst of strawberry flavor in every bite. So let’s get started and learn how to make this delicious strawberry-filled cake!

I. The Perfect Strawberry Filling

1. Choose the Best Strawberries

When making a strawberry-filled cake, it’s important to choose the freshest and ripest strawberries. Look for ones that are firm, plump, and bright red in color. Avoid berries that are soft, moldy, or have bruises.

2. Clean and Slice the Strawberries

After selecting the best strawberries, it’s time to clean and slice them. Wash the berries thoroughly, remove the stem, and slice them into small pieces. For a smoother consistency, you can also blend the berries in a food processor or blender.

3. Add Sugar and Lemon Juice

To enhance the flavor of the strawberries, you can add sugar and lemon juice to the mixture. Sugar helps to balance out the tartness of the strawberries, while lemon juice adds brightness and freshness. Mix the sugar and lemon juice together with the sliced strawberries and let it sit for a few minutes to macerate.

II. Making the Cake

1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pans

Preheat your oven to the temperature required by your recipe. While the oven heats up, prepare your cake pans by greasing them with butter or non-stick spray. You can also line the bottom of the pans with parchment paper to prevent the cake from sticking.

2. Mix the Batter

Follow the recipe instructions to mix the batter for your cake. Depending on the recipe, you may need to cream together butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, and alternate adding in dry ingredients and wet ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well-combined.

3. Pour the Batter into the Pans

Once the batter is mixed, pour it evenly into the prepared cake pans. Use a spatula to spread the batter out and smooth the top.

III. Assembling the Cake

1. Add the Strawberry Filling

Once the cake layers have cooled, it’s time to add the strawberry filling. Place one layer of the cake on a cake plate or stand, and spread a layer of the strawberry filling on top. Be sure to spread the filling evenly, leaving a bit of space around the edges.

2. Add the Second Layer of Cake

After the first layer of filling, add the second layer of cake on top. Gently press down to ensure it’s level.

3. Frost the Cake

Using a spatula, frost the cake with your favorite frosting. You can choose to use vanilla or cream cheese frosting, or a whipped cream frosting for a lighter taste. Decorate the cake with fresh strawberries for an extra pop of color.

With these easy-to-follow steps, you can make a delicious strawberry-filled cake that your family and friends will surely love. Perfect for special occasions or just a sweet treat, this cake is a winner every time!

Ingredients needed for Strawberry Filled Cake

Making a delicious strawberry-filled cake requires a few ingredients to ensure that you have the perfect taste and texture. Here are some of the ingredients that you will need:

1. Cake flour: This is different from regular all-purpose flour. Cake flour has a finer texture, which helps in making the cake light and fluffy.
2. Baking Powder: This is responsible for making the cake rise. Choose a double-acting baking powder because it helps the cake rise both while in the oven and after it has cooled down.
3. Baking soda: This is responsible for making the cake tender. It reacts with acidic ingredients such as buttermilk or yogurt to produce carbon dioxide gas, which makes the cake rise.
4. Salt: This may seem like a small ingredient, but it plays a crucial role in enhancing the flavor of your cake.
5. Sugar: This adds sweetness to the cake. You can use regular granulated sugar or any sugar of your preference.
6. Butter: This adds flavor and moisture to your cake. Make sure your butter is at room temperature before you start baking.
7. Eggs: These help in binding your ingredients together. It is also what makes your cake moist and fluffy. Use large eggs at room temperature.
8. Vanilla extract: This adds flavor and aroma to your cake.
9. Buttermilk: This acidic ingredient reacts with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide gas. It also adds moisture and tang to your cake.
10. Fresh strawberries: Finally, you will need fresh strawberries to make your filling and decorate your cake. Make sure that they are properly cleaned and hulled before use.

Now that you have your ingredients, it’s time to start baking your strawberry filled cake. In the next section, we’ll look at how to make the perfect cake batter.

Ingredients

Strawberry Filling

Before we dive into the recipe, let’s start with the strawberry filling. Fresh strawberries are the star ingredient, and the filling is what will give your cake that extra burst of flavor. To begin, clean and cut the strawberries into small pieces in a mixing bowl. Add sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice, then mix everything together until the strawberries are fully coated. This mix will thicken as it sits, the cornstarch will become fully dispersed, and the sugar will dissolve.

In a medium saucepan, bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until it becomes thick and bubbly. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2-3 more minutes. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool.

Dry Ingredients

The first step in making the cake batter is mixing the dry ingredients together to make sure everything is dispersed evenly. In a large mixing bowl, add all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar. Mix everything together with a whisk turning the ingredients around in a circular motion until everything is fully incorporated.

Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, add buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix together until the eggs are well beaten. Once mixed, pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture while whisking everything together uniformly. Do not over mix, because this will cause the cake batter to become dense.

Combining the Batter and the Filling

Now that you’ve made the cake batter and the filling, it’s time to combine them. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two round cake pans by lining them with parchment paper and grease the sides with butter. Make sure the strawberry filling has fully cooled down, and then distribute it evenly between the two cake pans. After that’s done, pour the cake batter on top of the filling.

Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the centre of the cakes. Once done, remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before removing from the cake pans. You can either serve it with some frosting on the top or as is, and enjoy your delicious homemade strawberry-filled cake!

Thanks for reading!

I hope you’ve enjoyed this recipe and found it easy to follow. Don’t be intimidated by making a cake from scratch, it’s a fun and rewarding experience. I’m confident that your strawberry-filled cake will turn out delicious and impress your friends and family. Remember to share your photos and feedback in the comments below. And don’t forget to come back for more fun and easy recipes. Happy baking!