Vanilla and Strawberry Marble Cake Recipe

Vanilla and strawberry marble cake is a classic combination that is sure to please. The rich, creamy vanilla flavor is balanced perfectly with the tart strawberries. This cake is also straightforward to make, so that it can be a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Regarding marble cakes, vanilla and strawberry are two of the most popular options. Vanilla marble cake is made with a soft, fluffy batter packed with the flavor of strawberry. Combined with rich vanilla frosting, this cake is fantastic for special occasions or everyday desserts.
Strawberry marble cake is just as delicious as its vanilla counterpart, but it has a tart flavor that stands out. The best part? You can try this vanilla and strawberry marble cake recipe with any strawberry (fresh or canned) you like so that you can customize it to your taste. 
You can try these more variations of cakes.
⦁ Strawberry Cream cake
⦁ Chocolate Fudge cake
Let’s start our vanilla and strawberry marble cake recipe.
Ingredients
⦁ 2 cups all-purpose flour
⦁ 1 teaspoon baking soda
⦁ ¼ teaspoon salt
⦁ 2 cups white sugar
⦁ 8 whole fresh strawberries, hulled
⦁ Half tsp baking powder
⦁ 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
⦁ 4 large eggs, separated, divided
⦁ 1 ounce red food coloring, or to taste (Optional)
⦁ 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
⦁ 1 cup buttermilk
Procedure:
STEP 1
⦁ Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line the parchment paper on the bottoms of three 8-inch cake pans and grease it with oil.
STEP 2
⦁ In the container of a food processor or an electric blender, puree whole strawberries.
STEP 3
⦁ The sugar-oil mixture should be beaten with an electric mixer until well combined before adding the eggs one at a time.
STEP 4
⦁ In a bowl, combine salt, baking soda, and flour. With an electric mixer running on medium speed, combine the butter and sugar in a large bowl and beat until light and fluffy. One at a time, add egg yolks, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and stir. Buttermilk should be added in phases, alternating with the flour mixture, and each addition should be well-blended.
You can also try my Marble Cake Recipe
STEP 5
The egg whites should be whisked with an electric mixer at high speed until peaks form in a different large bowl. Gently incorporate into the batter.
STEP 6
Fill a medium bowl with half the batter, then set it aside. Mix well the remaining batter before adding the pureed strawberries and food coloring.
STEP 7
Pour the batters evenly into the prepared cake pans, alternating between the red and white batter in each pan.
STEP 8
About 30 minutes into baking in the preheated oven, a toothpick inserted into the center of each layer should come out clean. Run a spatula quickly between the sides of the pans and the cakes. Remove cakes from pans after 15 minutes of cooling. Remove the paper. On wire racks, let cool completely.
STEP 9
Some Pro Tips:
If you love baking vanilla and strawberry marble cake, there are several tips and tricks that you’ll want to keep in mind. 
Before starting to bake the cake, first make sure that your oven is properly preheated. 
Second, be sure to use the right type of pan – a nonstick one will help prevent sticking and ensure a more even distribution of heat throughout the cake. 
Finally, be sure to time the baking process carefully so that the cake doesn’t come out too dry or too wet – an incorrect temperature or timing can lead to disaster! With these tips in mind, you’ll be able to produce a delicious and flawless vanilla and strawberry marble cake every time!
FAQS:
Can i make vanilla and strawberry marble cupcakes from this recipe?
Yes, you can make cup cakes by following the same recipe. You have to pour the batter in cup cakes mold for baking.
Which type of strawberries are used in vanilla and strawberry marble cake recipe? 
Fresh strawberries are excellent to use but if its not available then you can also use canned strawberries. You have to make strawberry puree.
Is there a variant of this vanilla and strawberry marble cake recipe?
There is a chocolate variant of this recipe. You can check my marble tea cake recipe which is a perfect combo of vanilla and chocolate cake.