Strawberry Velvet Cake – A Beautiful Twist on Classic Velvet Cake

If you love red velvet cake but want something fruitier and fresher, this Strawberry Velvet Cake is the perfect upgrade. Soft, moist, and delicately flavored with real strawberries, this cake delivers a rich crumb with a naturally sweet berry taste.

Unlike artificial strawberry cakes, this recipe uses real strawberry puree to create a vibrant flavor and beautiful pink color. Paired with creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s an elegant dessert ideal for birthdays, weddings, Valentine’s Day, or spring gatherings.

Strawberry Velvet Cake – Soft, Moist & Creamy Strawberry Cake Recipe

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Ingredients

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

1 1/2 cups vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup boiling water

2 cups strawberries, pureed

1/2 cup strawberry jam

For the frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pink food coloring (optional)

Fresh strawberries, for garnish

Edible gold and pink sprinkles, for garnish

Instructions

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Add the eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed until well combined.

Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing continuously until smooth.

Fold in the strawberry puree and strawberry jam until well incorporated.

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy. Add pink food coloring if desired.

Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Repeat with the remaining layers.

Frost the top and sides of the cake. Garnish with fresh strawberries and edible sprinkles.

Notes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes

Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 12 servings

• Author: laura

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Velvet Cake

✔ Ultra soft velvet texture
✔ Made with real strawberries
✔ Beautiful natural pink color
✔ Perfectly balanced sweetness
✔ Pairs beautifully with cream cheese frosting

The texture is smooth and tender thanks to buttermilk and oil, while the strawberry puree adds moisture and fresh flavor.

What Makes a Velvet Cake Different?

Velvet cakes are known for:

• Fine, soft crumb

• Slight tanginess (from buttermilk and vinegar)

• Moist, fluffy texture

• Smooth frosting pairing

Just like red velvet cake, strawberry velvet cake uses a combination of buttermilk and baking soda to create a light, tender structure.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ cups sugar

• 1 cup fresh strawberry puree

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)

• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup buttermilk

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• Optional: a few drops pink food coloring

 the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• 3–4 cups powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1–2 tablespoons strawberry puree (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

 Prepare the Strawberry Puree

Blend fresh strawberries until smooth. Strain to remove seeds if desired.

 Mix Wet Ingredients

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add oil and mix well. Add eggs one at a time. Stir in strawberry puree, buttermilk, and vanilla.

 Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, salt, and baking soda.

 Combine & Activate

Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture. Add vinegar last and mix gently.

 Bake

Pour into two greased 9-inch cake pans.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes.

 Prepare Frosting

Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.

 Assemble

Cool cakes completely. Frost between layers and cover entire cake.

Tips for Perfect Strawberry Velvet Cake

Use Fresh Strawberries

Fresh puree gives the best flavor. Avoid artificial flavoring.

Do Not Overmix

Overmixing can make the cake dense.

Room Temperature Ingredients

Ensures smooth batter and even baking.

Chill Before Slicing

Refrigerate 30–60 minutes for cleaner slices.

Variations You Can Try

Strawberry White Chocolate Velvet Cake

Add melted white chocolate to the batter.

Strawberry Velvet Cupcakes

Bake in cupcake liners for 18–20 minutes.

Strawberry Velvet Layer Cake

Add strawberry jam between layers for extra flavor.

Chocolate Strawberry Velvet

Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for a berry-chocolate twist.

Storage Instructions

• Store in refrigerator up to 4 days

• Keep in airtight container

• Bring to room temperature before serving

You can freeze unfrosted cake layers for up to 2 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Strawberry Velvet Cake the same as Red Velvet?

No. Red velvet uses cocoa and food coloring. Strawberry velvet uses strawberry puree for flavor.

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes, thaw and drain excess liquid before blending.

Why add vinegar?

Vinegar reacts with baking soda and buttermilk to create a soft texture.

Can I make it without buttermilk?

Yes. Mix 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice and let sit 5 minutes.

Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Slice)

• Calories: 420

• Carbohydrates: 55g

• Fat: 20g

• Protein: 5g

• Sugar: 38g

Final Thoughts

This Strawberry Velvet Cake is soft, elegant, and bursting with fresh berry flavor. It’s the perfect dessert when you want something beautiful, flavorful, and impressive.

Whether you’re baking for a celebration or just craving something sweet and fruity, this cake delivers bakery-quality results at home.