Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Easy Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Sauce, a dessert that celebrates the essence of fresh strawberries. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for any gathering, from birthday parties to casual family dinners. Every bite is packed with sweet strawberry goodness, complemented by a luscious homemade strawberry sauce that adds an extra layer of flavor. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping treat. Serve it plain, topped with whipped cream, or alongside vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.

Ingredients

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2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup light olive oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
12 oz hulled strawberries (for cake)
16 oz hulled & halved strawberries (for sauce)
1 tsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a bowl, beat together eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in sour cream, olive oil, and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture until just mixed.
Gently fold in hulled strawberries.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the sauce, cook halved strawberries with sugar over medium heat until syrupy.
Once cooled, dust cake with powdered sugar and serve slices drizzled with warm strawberry sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 267
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 57mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Be careful not to overmix the batter to maintain a light texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.