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A creamy Strawberry Birthday Cake decorated with fresh berries is styled on a pink polka dot table next to a silver cake server and teacups, capturing a homestyle mood with polished design.

Strawberry Birthday Cake

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Strawberry Birthday Cake is a simple, heartfelt recipe with a soft vanilla crumb, luscious mascarpone cream, and fresh berries. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, chilled
  • 1 1/2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
  • Extra whole strawberries and blueberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, lining the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, milk, and vanilla.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into pan and bake 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone and beat until thick and smooth.
  8. Spread mascarpone cream evenly over cooled cake.
  9. Arrange sliced strawberries and blueberries around the edge, with whole berries in the center.
  10. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh within 3 days, stored in the refrigerator. Do not freeze the assembled cake. Make sure mascarpone is chilled and do not overmix the batter for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: strawberry birthday cake, simple cake designs, birthday cakes for women, minimalist bday cake, vintage cake

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