French strawberry dessert cake
Indulge in a delicious French strawberry dessert cake that's buttery, rich, and delightfully sweet. This easy-to-follow recipe combines fresh strawberries, creamy sour cream, and a hint of vanilla, creating a moist and flavorful cake perfect for any occasion. Impress your guests with this elegant, homemade treat!
Cook time 65 min
Prep time 25 min
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter2 tsp vanilla extract
1.25 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup self-raising flour
3/4 cup sour cream
2 cups strawberries
The French Strawberry Dessert Cake is a delightful and elegant treat perfect for any occasion. With its luscious blend of sweet strawberries and creamy sour cream, this cake offers a perfect balance of flavors that will please both your taste buds and your guests. Let's walk through the steps to create this exquisite dessert.
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
- Add the salt and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the self-raising flour to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the sour cream until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Hull the strawberries and cut them in half if they are large. If the strawberries are small, you can leave them whole.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly.
- Place about half of the strawberries on top of the batter.
- Pour the remaining batter over the strawberries and spread it out evenly.
- Arrange the rest of the strawberries on top of the batter, gently pressing them into the batter.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is completely cool, dust it with powdered sugar if desired.
- Slice and serve this delightful French strawberry dessert cake on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips:
- Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Always use fresh, ripe strawberries for maximum flavor.
- Sift the self-raising flour to avoid any lumps in your batter.
- Gently fold in the strawberries to avoid crushing them and releasing too much juice.
- Preheat your oven to the correct temperature to ensure even baking.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
This French Strawberry Dessert Cake is a true testament to the simple yet divine flavors of French cuisine. Serve it as a stunning finish to your meal or as an indulgent afternoon treat, and watch your guests fall in love with every bite.
Nutrition per serving
10 ServingsCalories 270kcal
Protein 2.86g
Carbohydrates 33g
Fiber 0.80g
Sugar 27g
Fat 14g
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