butter, softened
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Alternate Mixing: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Bake the Cakes: Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a
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