Cut half of of the strawberries in half and the other half in quarters
In a mixing bowl crack the eggs and add the sugar and the vanilla essence
Using a hand blender, whisk the eggs mixture, for at least five minutes, until frothy and pale
Now, gradually add the flour in the wet mixture and gently fold it in using a rubber spatula*
Add the quartered strawberries and lightly mix it in
Pout the cake batter in a greased and parchment paper lined 9 inch baking tin. Arrange the halved berries on top of the poured batter
In a pre-heated oven, bake the cake at 200°C for 5 minutes and then at 180°C for another 30-35 minutes. Or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean
Once done, let it sit for 5 minutes, and then remove the strawberry cake on a wire rack and cool completely
Serve this fresh strawberry cake with some tea/coffee and enjoy!
