Hamdi Saidani Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake is a light and fluffy cake made of strawberries, flour, sugar and butter. This recipe serves 8-10 people and takes approximately 1 hour to prepare and bake.
More Strawberry Desserts Recipe:
- Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cobbler
- Pioneer Woman Strawberry Sorbet
- Pioneer Woman Strawberry Pretzel Salad
💗 Why You’ll Love This Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake Recipe:
- Simple Ingredients: Made with easily accessible ingredients, this cake is perfect for a quick and easy dessert.
- Burst of Flavor: The fresh strawberries add a vibrant sweetness and tanginess to the cake.
- Moist and Tender: The cake is light and airy with a perfect balance of sweetness and moisture.
- Versatile: You can easily customize this recipe by adding other fruits or flavors, such as lemon or almond extract.
❓ What Is Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake Recipe?
Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake is a classic American-style cake featuring layers of moist sponge cake filled with fresh strawberries and a light frosting.
🍓 Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
🥧 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the sliced strawberries gently.Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, make the frosting. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract (and almond extract, if using).
- Once the cakes are completely cool, level the tops if necessary. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with frosting.
- Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides. Decorate with additional fresh strawberries, if desired.
💭 Recipe Tips:
- Use ripe strawberries: Choose ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor.
- Don’t overmix: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Cool completely: Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Frosting consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Get creative with decorations: Garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or even a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
🍧 What To Serve With Strawberry Cake?
Serve Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Sorbet, Strawberry Ice Cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. Pair it with fresh berries, lemon curd, or a light fruit salad. For drinks, enjoy it with coffee, tea, champagne, or a refreshing strawberry lemonade.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Strawberry Cake?
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers strawberry cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Wrap leftovers strawberry cake tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil freeze for up to 3 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Strawberry Cake?
- In The Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) cover leftovers strawberry cake with foil and heat for up 3-4 minutes until warm.
- In The Microwave: Heat individual servings of leftovers strawberry cake in 30-60 second intervals until warmed through.
FAQ’S
Why is my Strawberry Cake too dense?
Strawberry Cake can become dense if too much strawberry puree or liquid is used. To fix this, make sure to measure ingredients correctly, avoid overmixing the batter, and use cake flour for a lighter texture.
How can I make Strawberry Cake more flavorful?
To enhance the strawberry flavor, use strawberry puree, freeze-dried strawberry powder, or strawberry extract. Fresh strawberries alone might not be strong enough for an intense flavor.
What frosting goes best with Strawberry Cake?
Cream cheese frosting, whipped cream frosting, buttercream, or chocolate ganache all pair well with Strawberry Cake, adding sweetness and balance.
Can I bake Strawberry Cake in a bundt pan?
Yes! Strawberry Cake can be baked in a bundt pan, but the baking time will be 5-10 minutes longer depending on the thickness of the cake.
Why did my Strawberry Cake turn out dry?
Overbaking or using too much flour can make Strawberry Cake dry. To prevent this, bake just until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Can I turn Strawberry Cake into cupcakes?
Yes! Bake Strawberry Cake batter in cupcake liners at 350°F (175°C) for 18-20 minutes for delicious strawberry cupcakes.
Can I bake Strawberry Cake in a bundt pan?
Yes! Strawberry Cake can be baked in a bundt pan, but the baking time will be 5-10 minutes longer depending on the thickness of the cake.
Can I make Strawberry Cake without food coloring?
Yes! Strawberry Cake naturally gets a pink tint from fresh strawberries or freeze-dried strawberries. If you want a deeper pink, use beet powder or natural fruit-based coloring.
Try More Strawberry Desserts Recipe:
- Pioneer Woman Strawberry Crumb Cake
- Strawberry Swirled Pound Cake Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Strawberry Muffins
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 603kcal
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Cholesterol: 102mg
- Sodium: 222mg
- Potassium: 89mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 50g
- Vitamin A: 1190IU
- Vitamin C: 2.9mg
- Calcium: 37mg
- Iron: 0.8mg
Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake
Description
Pioneer Woman Strawberry Cake is a light and fluffy cake made of strawberries, flour, sugar and butter. This recipe serves 8-10 people and takes approximately 1 hour to prepare and bake.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the sliced strawberries gently.Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, make the frosting. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract (and almond extract, if using).
- Once the cakes are completely cool, level the tops if necessary. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with frosting.
- Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides. Decorate with additional fresh strawberries, if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe strawberries: Choose ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor.
Don’t overmix: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Cool completely: Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
Frosting consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
Get creative with decorations: Garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or even a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
