Strawberry Birthday Cake Recipe
This strawberry cake combines the sweetness of strawberry Jell-O® and fresh strawberry puree for a deliciously light and fluffy dessert. Perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Electric mixer
- 2 (9-inch) round cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Wire Rack
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1 3 ounce package strawberry flavored Jell-O®
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 2 ¾ cups sifted cake flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk room temperature
- ½ cup strawberry puree made from frozen sweetened strawberries
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Pans:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Make the Batter:
- Beat sugar, butter, and dry strawberry gelatin until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Stir together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Add to the butter mixture alternately with milk.
Add Flavors:
- Mix in the strawberry puree and vanilla extract.
Bake the Cake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the Cake:
- Let the cakes cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert to cool completely.
