To prepare a strawberry cake and frosting i recipe, you will first need to prepare the cake batter. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. Line the bottom and sides of each pan with parchment paper and set aside. Cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until combined. Gradually beat in the flour mixture, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cake cool in pan for 10 to 15 minutes before removing to wire rack to cool completely.