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Fresh Strawberry Cake

Published April 21, 2020 Last Modified April 27, 2020 By GreedyEats

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If you love to add fresh fruits to your cake, you’ll love my Homemade Fresh Strawberry Cake topped with Chocolate Ganache! You only need 15 minutes of prep time and a few simple ingredients to get this cake in oven.3 inches tall Fresh Strawberry Cake on a plate with strawberries on top

Baking a sponge/chiffon cake made with real fruit is quite a challenge. Too much liquid can lead to a soggy bake.

If you try to compensate the liquid by adding more flour, you might end up with a dense cake! But not anymore. Lets find out how!!!

Why this recipe works:

A slice of moist Strawberry Cake topped with Chocolate Ganache and fresh strawberries.

  • This cake bakes moist and fluffy as we are beating egg whites separately. Just like you’d prepare an angel food cake batter.
  • Fresh pureed Strawberries brighten up the flavor profile.
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch used in the cake produces a soft and velvety sponge.
  • A hint of strawberry extract amplifies strawberry flavor 10 folds (don’t skip it).

Ingredients:

Ingredients like flour, eggs, strawberry chunks, oil, milk and flour for homemade strawberry cake.

You only need a few simple ingredients to create this Strawberry Chiffon Cake. Flour, salt, cornstarch, separated eggs, fresh strawberry puree, sugar, leavener, oil and a few drops of pink food coloring (optional).

  • Eggs: Always separate your eggs straight out of refrigerator. It is way more easier than attempting to separate them at room temp.
  • Flour: You can substitute flour and cornstarch in the recipe with cake flour. Also, flour and baking powder (leavener) can be substituted with self rising flour.
  • Strawberry Extract: A splash of strawberry extract helps bringing out the berry flavor. So, don’t miss it out.
  • Strawberry Puree: Both fresh and frozen strawberries can be used to make puree for this fresh strawberry cake recipe.

How do you make a strawberry cake from scratch?

  • Begin with room temperature egg yolks.
    Note: To make a tall 6 inches Strawberry Cake, you will require 3 eggs. While I doubled this recipe to bake 6 cupcakes and a cake, you see my process clicks with 6 yolks. 😉
  • Add pureed strawberries, oil, food coloring, flour, cornstarch, salt and baking powder to yolks and mix them well.
Egg yolks, oil and strawberry purree for Strawberry Cake recipe.
Sifted flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt for strawberry cake.

  • In a clean separate bowl beat in egg whites and sugar till a semi stiff meringue forms. See the meringue image below for visual.
Strawberry Cake batter ready to be folded in meringue.
Meringue at stiff peak stage made with room temperature egg whites and sugar.

Fluffy Strawberry Cake Batter ready to be poured in baking pan.

  • Using a spatula, fold the meringue into the cake batter in 2-3 additions. Batter will be light and fluffy.
  • Pour in the pan and bake at 350 deg F.

Chocolate Ganache:

Pairing this Strawberry Cake with a silky and smooth Chocolate Ganache is the best thing ever. For best taste I love to incorporate semi sweet chocolate in my ganache.

If you want a double dose of strawberries, try my Strawberry Buttercream on this cake instead!

Ganache is a 2 ingredients recipe that requires warm heavy cream and chopped chocolate in 1:1 ratio.

You may select milk chocolate if you prefer it to be a little on the sweeter side.

Fresh strawberry Cake topped with easy Chocolate Ganache and 3 fresh berries.

Tips to make perfect Strawberry Cake:

  1. You don’t need to grease your pan for this recipe. I like to lay a round parchment paper in the base though.
  2. Fold meringue in the cake batter with light hands and never overmix it. We don’t want to deflate the batter before our baking pan enters the oven.
  3. Beat meringue some where between soft and stiff peak stage for a supremely moist yet fluffy cake. You may use about 1/4 tsp of cream of tartar to stabilize your meringue.
  4. Always cool this cake upside down and never poke it with a toothpick to check for doneness. These are the two main causes for a deflated sponge! The cake when touched in the center springs back, is ready to come out of oven.

Light and moist Strawberry Sponge Cake slice topped with Chocolate Ganache on a wooden plate.

Recipe FAQS:

How long will fresh fruit last on a cake?

I’d say 2-3 hours at room temperature and 5-6 hours in the refrigerator.

How do you keep strawberries fresh on a cake?

If you want to increase the life of fresh fruit on a cake, lightly coat it with warm preserves/jam.

It will not only allow the fruit to last longer, but will also give your fruit a pretty sheen!

How to store Strawberry Cake?

If you make a naked cake such as this one, always store it in an air tight container. Or else it is sure to dry out.

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Fresh Strawberry Cake

If you love to add fresh fruits to your cake batter instead of flavored Cake mixes, you will love my Homemade Fresh Strawberry Cake! This one's a Soft and fluffy Sponge Cake topped with an easy Chocolate Ganache.
5 from 11 votes
Print Pin Rate
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
US Customary - Metric
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 6 Slices
Calories: 172kcal
Author: Neha

Ingredients

  • 50 Gms Fresh Strawberries
  • 30 ml (2 Tbsps) Milk
  • 3 large Egg Yolks (Room temperature)
  • 40 ml Oil
  • Few drops Pink Food Coloring
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
  • 60 Gms (1/2 Cup) All Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Strawberry Extract
  • 3 large Egg Whites (Room Temperature)
  • 50 Gms (1/4 Cup) Sugar

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 4-ounces Semi Sweet Chocolate Bar (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 Cup/ 4 ounces (120 ml) Heavy Cream or Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 2-3 fresh Strawberries (to top)
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Prepare a tall 6 inches baking pan (see notes, point 5) with a round parchment paper, set it aside. Next, blend fresh strawberries in a blender and set the puree aside too.
  • In a medium bowl combine egg yolks, oil, milk, strawberry puree, food coloring and strawberry extract. Beat till combined well.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, cornstarch and salt over egg yolk mixture and fold in to combine. Set it aside.
  • Next, in a grease free and clean bowl add room temperature egg whites and beat them for a minute on medium speed. You can make meringue using a hand held or stand mixer.
  • Slowly start adding sugar in 5-6 increments and continue beat until stiff peaks are formed. Don't fret, if this takes 5-6 minutes.
  • Now, using a spatula, fold the meringue into the cake batter in 2 to 3 increments. Do not over mix at this point. We don't want the air bubbles to skip the batter.
  • Pour batter in the prepared pan and bake at 350 deg F for 50-60 minutes. To check for doneness, touch the center of cake with your finger and if the cake springs back, it's done.
  • Allow to cool, upside down for 15-20 minutes. Then run a knife around edges of pan and take the cake out.

For Chocolate Ganache

  • Heat the cream in a microwave safe bowl till well heated. Do not allow it to boil.
  • Pour over chocolate, allow to sit for 1-2 minutes and then stir till mixed well till all the chocolate has melted.
  • Let it cool down a bit before pouring on the cake. Top with fresh berries!

Notes

Storage Information:
Store ganache topped cake at room temperature, covered tightly at all the times upto 2 days. The cake will stay good in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
For longer storage, freeze the cake for 2 months. Thaw overnight on counter top or in the refrigerator before serving.
Recipe Notes:
  1. Making a Perfect Meringue: Beat meringue some where between soft and stiff peak stage for a supremely moist yet sturdy cake. You may use about 1/4 tsp of cream of tartar to stabilize your meringue.
  2. For a fluffy Cake: Always cool this cake upside down and never poke it with a toothpick to check for doneness. These are the two main causes for a deflated sponge! The cake when touched in the center springs back, is ready to come out of oven.
  3. Strawberry Extract: A splash of strawberry extract helps bringing out the berry flavor. So, don't miss it out.
  4. Separating Eggs: Always separate your eggs straight out of refrigerator. It is way more easier than attempting to separate them at room temp.
  5. Baking Pan: If you don't have a tall 6 inches pan, you can also use 2 small 6 inches pan. Bake time should be around 25-35 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Slice | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 83mg | Sugar: 9g
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Comments

  1. Isabella

    April 11, 2020 at 5:23 pm

    5 stars
    I love this cake recipe !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    I give it 5 STAR rating!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  2. 2pots2cook

    March 27, 2020 at 2:03 am

    5 stars
    Fresh fruits are the best to boost immune system, especially during these days ! Pinning 🙂

    Reply
  3. Sara

    March 16, 2020 at 6:41 am

    What a beautiful cake! I love the color, and I especially love that it has fresh strawberries! I can’t wait to make this -and with the chocolate ganache!!

    Reply
  4. Aline

    March 16, 2020 at 12:40 am

    5 stars
    Never had a strawberry cake like this before – looks so pretty!!! I need to try this beauty ASAP!

    Reply
  5. Debbie

    March 15, 2020 at 9:53 pm

    5 stars
    What a beautiful strawberry cake and so many wonderful tips to get a nice and fluffy cake. I think I have all the ingredients to make this. I just picked some beautiful strawberries . I can’t wait the treat my family to this delectable cake.

    Reply
  6. Femi. O

    March 15, 2020 at 6:21 pm

    5 stars
    I was just thinking about sponge chiffon cakes a couple of days ago and here this pops up! That sponge cake looks absolutely delightful with that fluffy, airy texture and the strawberry and chocolate combo really seals the deal for me! I’m pinning this!

    Reply
  7. Marisa F. Stewart

    March 14, 2020 at 2:29 pm

    5 stars
    What a beautiful cake. It’s perfect for entertaining in spring and summer. I can picture this as a dessert at a baby or wedding shower. I’m pinning.

    Reply
  8. Colleen

    March 13, 2020 at 9:07 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a gorgeous cake! The colour and texture are amazing.

    Reply
  9. Marwin Brown

    March 13, 2020 at 5:09 pm

    I love strawberry cake. I’m horrible at baking, so I appreciate the many tips in the post. It may be possible for me not to mess this up lol

    Reply
  10. GUNJAN C Dudani

    March 13, 2020 at 3:31 pm

    5 stars
    Looks so delicious that I am drooling over this strawberry cake. I wish I could just dig into it right now.

    Reply
  11. David

    March 12, 2020 at 5:27 am

    5 stars
    I love the strawberry and chocolate combo so I would love this cake I’m sure! It seems challenging to me as a non-baker but you break it down very clearly!

    Reply
  12. Bernice Hill

    March 11, 2020 at 11:26 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! What a beautiful cake. I just love the colour and the texture is so light and airy. The chocolate ganache is the perfect topping too.

    Reply

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