Quick Recipes for Strawberry Cake

Looking for inspiration for a simple dessert that you can prepare quickly? Strawberries are a delicious, seasonal ingredient that fits perfectly into baked goods.

Here are two easy recipes for strawberry cakes that are both quick and incredibly tasty.

1. Yogurt Cake with Strawberries

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• A pinch of salt
• 1 cup natural yogurt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 500 g sliced strawberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a baking pan by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the yogurt, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the strawberries.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

2. Strawberry Jelly Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 sponge cake base (you can use a store-bought one or make your own)
• 2 cups sliced strawberries
• 1 package strawberry-flavored jelly
• 250 ml whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks

Quick and Easy Sponge Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Sponge Cake Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare a baking pan (about 23 cm in diameter) by lining the bottom with parchment paper and lightly greasing the sides.
2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar at high speed until the mixture becomes fluffy and light, which takes about 5-7 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gently fold the dry mixture into the beaten eggs, mixing carefully from the bottom up with a spoon or spatula to retain the fluffiness.
5. If using, add the vanilla extract and gently mix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. After baking, remove the sponge cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then gently remove from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack.

After baking the sponge cake, prepare the remaining steps:

1. Prepare the jelly according to the package instructions, but use 1/4 less water to make it firmer.
2. Place the sponge cake in a cake pan, preferably with removable sides.
3. Spread the sliced strawberries evenly over the sponge cake.
4. When the jelly starts to set but is still liquid, gently pour it over the strawberries.
5. Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours to allow the jelly to fully set.
6. Just before serving, decorate the cake with whipped cream.

These two recipes are not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Whether you are planning a family meal or a spontaneous gathering with friends, strawberry cakes are sure to be appreciated.

Enjoy!