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Coquette Cake with Strawberries

A delightful and easy-to-make cake featuring fresh strawberries and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruits and Toppings
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced opt for juicy, ripe strawberries
  • to taste whipped cream for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
Mixing
  1. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, starting and finishing with flour.
  2. Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
  1. Serve slices topped with whipped cream and additional strawberries if desired.

Notes

For best results, allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. You can store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.