Kentucky Derby Strawberry Mint Cake
This Kentucky Derby Strawberry Mint Cake combines fresh strawberries and refreshing mint in a moist, tender cake perfect for spring celebrations and Derby Day gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries and chopped mint leaves.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Before serving, dust the cake with powdered sugar.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, serve with whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices on top.
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