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Decadent Strawberry Velvet Cake

A stunning and delicious cake featuring layers of velvety texture, fresh strawberries, and rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebratory occasion.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For decoration
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Whole strawberries (for topping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
  2. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting and add sliced strawberries on top. Repeat with the next layer.
  3. Place the final cake layer on top and frost the outside of the cake. Decorate with whipped cream and whole strawberries.
Chilling and Serving
  1. Chill the completed cake in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best taste, serve chilled and consider pairing with vanilla ice cream, coffee, or tea. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days, or freeze for up to three months.