Introduction
Are you looking for a cake that is perfect for summer? Look no further than the Strawberry and Peach Sensation Cake! This cake combines the sweetness of strawberries and peaches with a light and fluffy sponge cake. It is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any summer gathering.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
For the filling:
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 cup sliced peaches
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. 3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk and stirring until just combined. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. 7. While the cake is baking, prepare the fruit filling by combining the sliced strawberries, sliced peaches, and sugar in a medium bowl. 8. Once the cake is done baking, let it cool completely before slicing it in half horizontally. 9. Spread the fruit filling evenly on the bottom half of the cake, then place the top half of the cake on top. 10. To make the frosting, cream together the butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the milk until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. 11. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the frosting, then garnish with additional sliced strawberries and peaches.
Nutrition
This cake serves 8 and each serving contains approximately:
- Calories: 465
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 96mg
- Sodium: 135mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 61g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 49g
- Protein: 3g
Conclusion
The Strawberry and Peach Sensation Cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for summertime. It is easy to make and the combination of sweet fruit and fluffy cake is sure to please any crowd. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a slice of summer in every bite!
