Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup milk
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
– 1/2 cup strawberries, chopped for garnish
Equipment Needed
– 1 large mixing bowl
– 1 medium bowl
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Rubber spatula
– 9×5 inch loaf pan
– Parchment paper
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Greasing your loaf pan is crucial to ensure the cake slides out smoothly. I like to line the bottom with parchment paper for extra security. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer until it’s light and fluffy. This step really helps to create that decadent texture we all love. It usually takes about 3-5 minutes of whipping. At this point, I get the most incredible scent wafting through my kitchen! (See the next page below to continue steps…)