This Barbie Pink Strawberry Cake is perfect for fun and vibrant celebrations. The cake is made with fresh strawberries and has a moist and tender crumb. It’s complemented by a tangy strawberry cream cheese icing that is both smooth and flavorful. With an option to add red food coloring, you can make this cake as bright and fun as you like, making it an ideal choice for birthdays or themed parties. The cake is garnished with fresh strawberries and edible glitter for a beautiful presentation, making it the centerpiece of any celebration.
This Barbie Pink Strawberry Cake is the ultimate fun and vibrant dessert, perfect for themed parties, birthdays, or just a special occasion. The cake is packed with fresh strawberry flavor and is topped with a smooth, tangy strawberry cream cheese icing that makes every bite irresistible.
INGREDIENTS
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups
- Baking powder: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick), softened
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Sour cream: 1/2 cup
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Fresh strawberries: 1 cup, finely chopped (or 1/2 cup strawberry puree)
- Red food coloring: Optional, to achieve Barbie pink
- Cream cheese: 8 ounces, softened
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick), softened
- Powdered sugar: 2 cups
- Strawberry puree: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Red food coloring: Optional, to match cake color
- Fresh strawberries: For garnish (optional)
- Edible glitter or sprinkles: For garnish (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Step 4:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Step 5:
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream and milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Step 6:
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries or strawberry puree. Add a few drops of red food coloring if desired to achieve a Barbie pink color.
- Step 7:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Step 8:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 9:
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 10:
- For the icing, in a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Step 11:
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating well after each addition. Mix in the strawberry puree and vanilla extract. Add a few drops of red food coloring if desired to match the cake color.
- Step 12:
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of strawberry cream cheese icing over the top of the first layer.
- Step 13:
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining icing.
- Step 14:
- Garnish the cake with fresh strawberries and edible glitter or sprinkles if desired. Chill the cake for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the icing to set.
Serving and Storage Tips
- For the best flavor, serve this cake chilled or at room temperature. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Top each slice with additional fresh strawberries for an extra burst of flavor.
Helpful Notes
- If fresh strawberries are not available, you can use frozen strawberries for the cake and icing.
- For a more intense pink color, add additional drops of red food coloring until you reach the desired shade.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- To prevent the cake layers from doming, wrap the cake pans with a damp towel before baking.