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Southern Strawberry Cream Cheese Butter Cake slice with fresh strawberries

Southern Strawberry Cream Cheese Butter Cake

A delightful dessert that combines butter, cream cheese, and strawberries, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Divided into two parts for the cake and cream cheese mixture.
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Used in both cake and cream cheese mixture.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted before measuring for better texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for the best rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup whole milk Whole milk gives a richer flavor.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened At room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 large egg For the cream cheese layer.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the cream cheese layer.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1.5 cups of sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk, until well combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat together the 8 ounces of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
Baking
  1. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan.
  2. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the batter, then top with the remaining cake batter.
  3. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serving
  1. Allow to cool before serving, then top with fresh strawberries if desired.

Notes

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. In the refrigerator, it lasts up to a week. Can freeze for up to three months if tightly wrapped.