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Indulge in a delightful slice of our Irresistible Strawberry Vanilla Layer Cake with Mascarpone. This fluffy, vibrant cake is layered with fresh strawberries and topped with creamy mascarpone frosting, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or just a sweet treat for yourself, this cake promises to bring joy and warmth to your gatherings. Experience the magic of baking as the aroma of vanilla fills your kitchen and each bite transports you to sunny days filled with laughter.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
2 cups fresh strawberries (macerated)
8 oz mascarpone cheese
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
For macerated strawberries: chop and mix with sugar; let sit for about 15 minutes.
For the frosting: beat mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
Assemble by layering cake with frosting and macerated strawberries in between layers.
Frost the top and sides of the cake; decorate with additional strawberries.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg