Strawberry Punch Cake

**Strawberry Punch Cake** is like a hug from the inside. It’s the dessert you whip up when you’re feeling both fancy and lazy — sweet fluffy cake with a zingy punch. Why is it special? Two words: No Stress. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and fruity, and honestly, what better way to sprinkle a little joy into your life? Plus, if there’s one way to impress your mother-in-law this weekend, this is it. Pinky promise, it’s worth a shot.

You know, the first time my husband tasted this cake, I knew we’d found a winner. It wasn’t a fancy dinner or a holiday — just a Tuesday needing some sparkle. Our little family was gathered around the kitchen table, munching away and making a mess. It’s the kind of recipe that doesn’t require a special occasion; it turns any day into a celebration. It reminds me of lazy afternoons with us debating whether one slice is enough (spoiler: it never is). This cake has become a trusty staple, something we can count on to bring smiles and sticky fingers.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Punch Cake

– It’s ridiculously easy — like, minimal effort easy.
– Sneak a taste mid-prep, and no one will notice. Trust me.
– It doubles as breakfast. Cake is totally a breakfast food if you believe it hard enough.

How to Make It

Okay, so here’s the deal. Imagine we’re just chatting over some coffee, flour dust in the air. First things first, whip your eggs together — but, uh, don’t forget sometimes I crack them messily ‘cause, I mean, we’re not robots here. Mix in your sugar and butter — and yeah, I may have once added too much, but that made it even better. Throw in those strawberries just when you feel like tasting summer. Stir it all together, maybe dance to your kitchen playlist and bake it until your home smells like heaven. Probably clean up later — or not if you’re feeling rebellious today.

Ingredient Notes

– Strawberries: Sweet bursts of joy, just watch out — they stain like crazy if you’re a sloppy chopper like me.
– Sugar: Where the sweetness begins — you could cut it, but why deny yourself the fun?
– Butter: Make sure it’s real, none of that margarine stuff unless you’re feeling wild.

Recipe Steps:

1. Preheat your oven because if you’re anything like me, you’ll forget later.
2. Crack and whisk the eggs like your life depends on it.
3. Mix in sugar and butter until fluffy.
4. Fold in fresh strawberries.
5. Pour the mix into a baking dish.
6. Bake until it smells so good you can’t stand it.

What to Serve It With

A warm cup of coffee, or heck, anything you’d drink if you were on a picnic, goes perfectly. Don’t nap afterwards if you don’t want to; I won’t judge.

Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t forget to pat the strawberries dry to avoid a soggy cake — unless you like it that way, then live your truth.
– If you overbake it, just top with more strawberries and pretend it’s a fancy trick.

Storage Tips

So, if you have leftovers (which is rare), plop it in the fridge. Cold cake for breakfast is actually a rebellious treat. Just be careful warming it up — microwaves tend to zap the life out of cakes sometimes.

Variations and Substitutions

If you find yourself staring at an empty sugar jar, try some maple syrup or even skip sugar altogether if the strawberries are sweet enough. I’ve done it, and it lets you feel almost virtuous. But seriously, be bold — half the fun is seeing what happens when you break the rules.

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Strawberry Punch Cake

A light and fluffy strawberry punch cake bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and topped with whipped cream frosting, perfect for any celebration.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups All-purpose flour
• ▢ 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• ▢ 1 cup Strawberry puree fresh or thawed
• ▢ 0.5 cup Unsalted butter softened
• ▢ 3 large Eggs
• ▢ 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• ▢ 0.5 cup Milk whole milk
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
• Mix in the strawberry puree and vanilla extract until combined.
• Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Stir until just combined.
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 28 to 32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor.