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A luxurious and moist Strawberry Caramel Dream Cake featuring fresh strawberries folded into a buttery sponge, layered with creamy vanilla frosting and homemade golden caramel sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (for caramel)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for caramel)
  • A pinch of salt (for caramel)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla.
  3. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Fold in diced strawberries.
  4. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  5. Make caramel: Melt sugar in a saucepan until amber. Stir in butter, then slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring. Add vanilla and salt; let cool slightly.
  6. Make frosting: Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla. Beat on high until fluffy.
  7. Assemble: Place one cake layer on a plate, spread frosting, and drizzle caramel. Top with the second layer and frost the entire cake.
  8. Drizzle remaining caramel over the top and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Notes

  • Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
  • Be very careful when adding cream to the hot caramel as it will steam and bubble vigorously.
  • Let the caramel cool significantly before drizzling on the frosting to prevent melting.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator due to the fresh fruit and cream content.

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Keywords: Strawberry Caramel Dream Cake, Strawberry Cake Recipe, Homemade Caramel Sauce, Layer Cake, Summer Desserts

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