Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
French Strawberry Cake Recipe

French Strawberry Cake Recipe


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

4.8 from 20 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This French Strawberry Cake is a delightful dessert that features a light and buttery crumb topped with fresh strawberries. It’s a perfect treat for any occasion, especially during the summer months.


Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (or granulated sugar for topping)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined.
  6. Assemble and bake: Spread the batter into the prepared cake pan, arrange halved strawberries on top, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden.
  7. Cool and serve: Let the cake cool in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • This cake is best enjoyed on the day it’s made for optimal freshness.
  • Raspberries or blueberries can be used as delicious alternatives to strawberries.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg