Introduction
If you’re looking for a delicious dessert that’s perfect for summer, you need to try this Strawberry Peach Sensation Cake! This cake is bursting with the flavors of fresh strawberries and juicy peaches, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or just looking for a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the cake: – 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour – 1 teaspoon baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon baking soda – 1/2 teaspoon salt – 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened – 1 cup granulated sugar – 2 large eggs – 1/2 cup milk – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries – 1 cup chopped fresh peaches For the frosting: – 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened – 4 cups powdered sugar – 1/4 cup milk – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries – 1/2 cup chopped fresh peaches
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch cake pan by greasing it with cooking spray or butter. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. 3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. 4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 5. Mix in the milk and vanilla extract until well combined. 6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. 7. Fold in the chopped strawberries and peaches. 8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. 9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. 10. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. 11. To make the frosting, beat the butter in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. 12. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and the frosting is smooth. 13. Fold in the chopped strawberries and peaches. 14. Once the cake is completely cooled, frost the top and sides with the frosting. 15. Decorate the top of the cake with additional chopped strawberries and peaches as desired.
Nutrition
Each serving of this Strawberry Peach Sensation Cake (1/12th of the recipe) contains approximately: – 379 calories – 16g fat – 63g carbohydrates – 2g fiber – 4g protein
Tips
– Be sure to use fresh, ripe strawberries and peaches for the best flavor. – If you prefer a stronger peach flavor, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of peach extract to the cake batter. – To make the frosting easier to spread, you can refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes before frosting the cake. – This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring it to room temperature before serving.
