Ingredients
Serves: 8-inch two layer cake
Strawberry Cake:
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon water
2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 cups + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick or 4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
4 egg whites, room temperature
1 cup milk, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Red food coloring (optional)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup (1 stick or 4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
Pinch of salt
Preparation
