Homemade Strawberry Cream Cake (Print Version)

A rich strawberry cake with cream and coconut, perfect for special occasions.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
03 - 5 large eggs
04 - 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
05 - 1 tsp baking powder
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
08 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
09 - 1 cup (90g) sweetened shredded coconut
10 - 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans
11 - 1 cup (150g) diced fresh strawberries

→ Frosting

12 - 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
13 - 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
14 - 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
15 - 1/2 cup (80g) mashed fresh strawberries
16 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease/flour a bundt pan or two 9-inch round pans.
02 - Cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to the wet mixture alternately with buttermilk.
04 - Stir in vanilla extract, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and diced fresh strawberries.
05 - Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
06 - Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar. Stir in mashed strawberries and vanilla extract.
07 - Frost the cooled cake and garnish with extra strawberries or shredded coconut, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Let cake cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
02 - If using frozen strawberries, thaw and drain thoroughly before use.
03 - The cake can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 3–5 days.