Strawberry Cake – really easy cake recipe
If you love homemade cakes but want something lighter and better for you, this healthy strawberry cake is the perfect choice. Made with fresh strawberries and simple pantry ingredients, this recipe delivers natural sweetness, soft texture, and bright flavor—without being overly sugary or heavy. Best of all, it’s really easy to prepare, making it ideal for beginners and busy home bakers.
Why You’ll Love This Healthy Strawberry Cake
Naturally sweetened with fresh strawberries
Lower in sugar and fat than traditional cakes
Soft, moist, and fluffy texture
Perfect for tea time, dessert, or special occasions
Easy to customize for whole-wheat or dairy-free diets
Healthy Strawberry Cake Ingredients
1½ cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
Pinch of salt
½ cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped or blended
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
¼ cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
2 eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
½ cup low-fat milk or almond milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
How to Make an Easy Healthy Strawberry Cake
Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease and line a round cake pan.
In a bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk wet ingredients: eggs, honey, oil, milk, vanilla, and strawberries.
Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until smooth. Do not overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and level the top.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before slicing.
Healthy Tips & Variations
Add chia seeds or ground flaxseed for extra fiber
Use Greek yogurt instead of oil for a lighter texture
Top with fresh strawberry slices instead of frosting
Dust lightly with powdered coconut sugar for a simple finish
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this strawberry cake:
With unsweetened tea or coffee
As a light dessert after meals
As a healthy snack for kids
With a dollop of low-fat yogurt on top
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