Basil Cake with Balsamic Strawberries
Basil is not a traditional ingredient in cakes, but it adds a unique and refreshing flavor to this dessert.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Basil Cake with Balsamic Strawberries
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Add the butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
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Stir in the chopped basil leaves.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small saucepan, combine the strawberries and balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium heat until the strawberries are soft and the mixture thickens slightly.
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Remove from heat and let it cool.
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Once the cake and strawberry mixture are completely cool, spread the strawberries over the top of the cake.
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
