Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Easy Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Sauce, a moist and tender dessert that encapsulates the essence of summer. This cake is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family dinner or a festive celebration. Bursting with fresh strawberries and paired with a luscious homemade strawberry sauce, it promises to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sour cream and light olive oil creates a soft texture, ensuring every slice is both fluffy and flavorful. Elevate your dessert experience with this stunning yet simple recipe that showcases the natural sweetness of strawberries.

Ingredients

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2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup light olive oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
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 (or to taste)
1 tsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, sour cream, olive oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
Fold in hulled strawberries gently.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the sauce, combine halved strawberries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until juices are released.
Cool the cake for 10 minutes before transferring it to a rack to cool completely.
Serve slices drizzled with warm strawberry sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg