Simple Strawberry Cake! ~ Dinner Party Tonight

cake flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is more accessible and cheaper, though it may slightly alter texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine is often less expensive.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cool whip

Greek yogurt provides a healthier, protein-rich topping, while cool whip is a budget-friendly option.

fresh strawberries

🥗Healthier: frozen strawberries

💰Cheaper: canned strawberries

Frozen strawberries can be more affordable and available year-round.

Macerate strawberries with lemon juice, sugar, amaretto, and vanilla.

Cream together 6 tablespoons of butter and sugar.

Add lemon zest and mix well.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Incorporate 1 cup of creme fraiche and vanilla paste into the mixture.

Mix in cake flour, baking powder, and salt, leaving a few dry streaks.

Pour the batter into a prepared 9-inch cake pan.

Distribute macerated strawberries on top of the batter.

Sprinkle sugar on top of the strawberries.

Bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 40-45 minutes, checking at 30 minutes.

Let the cake cool before transferring to a cake stand.

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