Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (312g)
- Sugar: 2 cups (400g)
- Baking powder: 1/4 cup (30g)
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Strawberry puree: 1 cup (240g)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Intermediate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch (23x33cm) baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. In one bowl, stir in the strawberry puree.
- Drop spoonfuls of each batter into the prepared pan, alternating colors. Swirl the batters with a knife or toothpick for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per slice
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and fluffy
- Sweet and tangy
- Marbleized pattern
- Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat
User Comments:
- "This cake was absolutely delicious! The strawberry marble effect was beautiful and the cake was so moist and flavorful."
- "I'm not a big fan of strawberries, but this cake was an exception. It was so well-balanced with the sweetness of the vanilla and the tanginess of the strawberries."
- "I made this cake for my kid's birthday and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make the strawberry puree, simply blend fresh or frozen strawberries in a food processor until smooth.
- If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes before using.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting or serving to prevent the frosting from melting.
