Easy Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Sauce
Indulge in the delightful experience of Easy Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Sauce, a dessert that perfectly balances moist cake layers and fresh strawberry flavors. This simple yet elegant recipe is ideal for any occasion, from birthdays to summer picnics or just a sweet treat at home. With its tender texture and vibrant presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests. The homemade strawberry sauce adds an extra layer of flavor that elevates this dish, making it a must-try for strawberry lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup light olive oil
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 12 oz fresh strawberries (hulled)
- 16 oz fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for sauce, or to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, olive oil, vanilla extract, and sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in hulled strawberries gently using a spatula.
- 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 and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until softened, then cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg