Strawberry Layer Cake is bursting with strawberry flavor. Three layers of strawberry-flavored cake are coated with a buttercream flavored with fresh strawberry puree.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 3 9-inch cake pans with baking spray with flour.
Beat all cake batter ingredients with an electric mixer on low speed until combined. Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
Divide batter evenly between the three cake pans.Bake for 22 to 23 minutes or until cake feels firm when you gently press on top.
Let cool in pans for 10 minutes and then remove from pans to cool competely. Do not frost the cake until completely cool.
Process strawberries in a food processor or blender until smooth. Transfer to a small saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until reduced by about half. Let cool completely.
Using an electric mixer, beat butter until smooth. Add vanilla extract and strawberry puree. Add powdered sugar in thirds, beating until mixed in before adding more. Add enough milk to thin it to spreading consistency.
Spread frosting on bottom layer of cake, top with second layer and cover top with frosting. Place the third layer on and spread frosting on top and sides.
Notes
To Store, wrap cake well and refrigerate.Can be frozen for up to 2 months.