Strawberry Supreme Cake

 Here's a classic strawberry cake recipe with accurate measurements and ingredients:

*Strawberry Cake Recipe*

*Ingredients:*

For the cake:

- 2 1/4 cups (285g) all-purpose flour

- 1 1/2 cups (180g) granulated sugar

- 2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

- 1 cup (235ml) whole milk

- 2 large eggs

- 2 cups (250g) hulled and sliced strawberries

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the strawberry buttercream frosting:

- 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, softened

- 2 cups (400g) powdered sugar

- 2-3 tablespoons strawberry puree or jam

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

*Instructions:*

*Cake:*

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.

2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk butter and milk.

4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well.

5. Stir in sliced strawberries and vanilla extract.

6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.

7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.

8. Bake 30-35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

*Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:*

1. Beat butter until creamy.

2. Gradually add powdered sugar.

3. Beat until smooth.

4. Add strawberry puree or jam.

5. Beat until combined.

*Assembly:*

1. Cool cakes completely.

2. Place one cake layer on serving plate.

3. Spread frosting.

4. Top with second cake layer.

5. Frost entire cake.

*Tips:*

- Use fresh strawberries for best flavor.

- Don't overmix batter.

- Let cake cool completely before frosting.

*Nutrition Information (per serving):*

- Calories: 450-550

- Total Fat: 26-32g

- Cholesterol: 60-80mg

- Sodium: 350-450mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 55-65g

- Dietary Fiber: 3-4g

- Sugars: 40-50g

- Protein: 5-6g

*Variations:*

- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.

- Use strawberry extract for intensified flavor.

- Top with whipped cream or fresh strawberries.

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Here's a detailed calorie chart for a classic strawberry cake recipe, assuming 8-10 servings per cake:

*Per Serving (1 slice):*

*Cake Only:*

- Calories: 320-400

- Total Fat: 18-22g

    - Saturated Fat: 10-14g

    - Trans Fat: 0.5-1g

- Cholesterol: 40-60mg

- Sodium: 250-350mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 35-45g

    - Dietary Fiber: 2-3g

    - Sugars: 25-35g

- Protein: 4-5g

*Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:*

- Calories: 150-200

- Total Fat: 10-14g

    - Saturated Fat: 7-10g

    - Trans Fat: 0.5-1g

- Cholesterol: 20-30mg

- Sodium: 50-100mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 15-20g

    - Sugars: 10-15g

- Protein: 1-2g

*Total Nutrition Information (Cake + Frosting):*

- Calories: 470-600

- Total Fat: 28-36g

- Cholesterol: 60-90mg

- Sodium: 300-450mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 50-65g

- Dietary Fiber: 4-6g

- Sugars: 35-50g

- Protein: 5-7g

*Macronutrient Breakdown:*

- Carbohydrates: 55-60%

- Protein: 10-12%

- Fat: 30-35%

*Vitamins and Minerals:*

- Vitamin A: 10-15% of the Daily Value (DV)

- Vitamin C: 20-25% of the DV

- Calcium: 10-15% of the DV

- Iron: 10-15% of the DV

*Other Nutritional Information:*

- Caffeine: 0-5mg (from strawberries)

- Fiber Content: 4-6g (from flour, strawberries, and sugar)

- Glycemic Index: 55-60 (medium-high)

*Variations:*

- With whipped cream: +100-150 calories, +5-7g fat, +2-3g sugar

- With chopped nuts: +100-150 calories, +5-7g fat, +2-3g protein

Note: Nutrition values may vary depending on specific ingredient brands and measurements.

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