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Strawberry Swirl Cake with Strawberry Glaze

A visually stunning and delicious cake with a unique strawberry swirl and sweet strawberry glaze, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar Can reduce if less sweetness is desired.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries, pureed For the swirl.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Adjust for desired thickness.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk Add more if needed for consistency.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh strawberries, pureed Add for flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until creamy.
  3. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add it to the wet ingredients.
  5. Once the batter is mixed well, gently swirl in the pureed strawberries.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top.
  2. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Glazing
  1. While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar with milk and strawberry puree.
  2. Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.

Notes

Serve at room temperature for the best flavor. Top with whipped cream for an extra touch. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.