Ingredients
✓ 2½ cups all purpose flour
✓ 3 teaspoons baking powder
✓ ½ teaspoon salt
✓ 1¾ cups granulated sugar
✓ ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
✓ 2 large eggs, room temperature
✓ 2 large egg whites, room temperature
✓ 2½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
✓ ½ teaspoon almond extract
✓ ⅔ cup sour cream
✓ ¾ cup milk, preferably whole or 2%, room temperature
✓ 6 ounces cream cheese, softened to cool room temp
✓ ¾ cup powdered sugar
✓ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
✓ 1½ cups chilled heavy whipping cream
✓ 5 cups sliced fresh strawberries (just under 2 pounds)
✓ 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Instructions
✓ Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
✓ In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Add oil and eggs, mixing until well combined.
✓ Fold in sour cream and milk gently until just incorporated.
✓ Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
✓ While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Gradually add heavy cream to achieve desired consistency.
✓ Once cooled, spread frosting evenly over the cake. Arrange sliced strawberries on top and drizzle with strawberry jam if desired.
✓ Allow the cake to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting for best results. The cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15