french strawberry cake
French Strawberry Cake, or Fraisier, is a classic French dessert combining airy sponge, rich cream, and fresh strawberries in a stunning presentation. Elegant yet approachable, it's the perfect seasonal centerpiece for summer celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 stick 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 16 ounces about 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Topping
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan or regular cake pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar for 4 to 5 minutes, until the mixture becomes light and pale in color.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and sour cream to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Gently fold in the sliced strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and use a spatula to smooth the top.
- Evenly sprinkle the 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar over the surface of the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top turns lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan.
- If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar, slice, and serve. Enjoy!