A light, fluffy, and fruity cake packed with fresh strawberries—perfect for tea time or dessert!
Ingredients
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250g fresh strawberries (diced + a few extra for garnish)
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3 eggs, room temperature
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120g sugar
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1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
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100ml milk
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100ml vegetable oil (sunflower or canola)
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200g all-purpose flour
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1 packet baking powder (10g)
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Pinch of salt
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Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
1. Prep the Strawberries
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Dice 250g strawberries (set aside a few slices for topping).
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Toss strawberries with 1 tbsp flour (to prevent sinking in the batter).
2. Make the Batter
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Whisk eggs + sugar + vanilla sugar until pale and fluffy (~3 mins).
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Add milk + oil, mixing until combined.
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Sift in flour + baking powder + salt, folding gently.
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Fold in floured strawberries.
3. Bake
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Pour batter into a greased 9-inch (22cm) round pan.
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Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 40-45 mins (until a toothpick comes out clean).
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Cool in the pan 10 mins, then transfer to a rack.
4. Serve
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Dust with powdered sugar and top with fresh strawberry slices.
Tips for Success
🍓 Extra moist: Add 50g Greek yogurt to the batter.
🔥 Even baking: Rotate the pan halfway through.
🍰 Double the fruit: Layer strawberry slices on top before baking for a prettier finish.
Why You’ll Love It
✅ Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor
✅ Soft, tender crumb (thanks to oil + milk)
✅ Simple, one-bowl recipe
Pairs perfectly with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream!