Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
Fruits & Vegetables
½ cup vegetable shortening
3 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Italian Cuisine
½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
¾ cup finely chopped strawberries (fresh or freeze-dried)
Optional: ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Optional Strawberry Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons strawberry purée or milk
Preparation
