Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for whipped cream)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Chop the strawberries and, if desired, sprinkle with sugar.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the butter mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in the prepared strawberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool the baked cake in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Beat heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form for the topping.
- Top each square with whipped cream and additional strawberries if desired.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients, and consider walnuts or chocolate drizzle for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian