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The Gut-Loving Strawberry Cake That’ll Make Your Belly (and Soul) Smile

Guest blog and recipe by Carolina @healthyliciousworld.

There’s something about baking that feels grounding. Maybe it’s the scent of vanilla and berries dancing through the kitchen, or the warmth of something homemade on your plate, but when what you’re baking also supports your gut? That’s a whole other level of nourishment.

This isn’t just any strawberry cake. It’s a gut-loving upgrade wrapped in soft, fluffy layers. Made with fresh, juicy strawberries, wholesome flours, and ingredients your body actually welcomes, every bite feels like a treat. Imagine sinking your fork into a cloud-like slice that’s moist, tender, and bursting with bright, real strawberry flavor. It tastes like pure joy, but it’s secretly infused with spore-based probiotics from Just Thrive to support digestion, balance, and that light, energized feeling you crave after eating. One slice in, and you’ll know: Nourishing your gut can absolutely taste this good.

And no, you don’t have to be a professional baker to make it.

This one-tier beauty is the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself making again and again—when you need a little reset, when you’re craving something sweet but wholesome, or when you want to share something meaningful (and delicious) with the people you love.

Because Gut Health Should Taste This Good

Gut health isn’t just about digestion—it’s deeply tied to your energy, your mood, and even your immune system. When your gut feels off, everything feels a little off. But when you nourish it gently and consistently? That’s when the magic happens.

This cake includes a simple but powerful step: opening up 2 to 3 capsules of spore-based Just Thrive Probiotic and blending them right into the batter. No, you won’t taste it. But your gut? It’ll know.

It’s a way to make something joyful and functional. And if that’s not the kind of balance we’re all craving, I don’t know what is.

Why the Ingredients in This Strawberry Cake Hit Different

Let’s break it down because this recipe isn’t just pretty. It’s smart.

  • Fresh strawberries – Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and natural sweetness. They give the cake that soft burst of berry flavor and a dose of antioxidants without added junk.
  • Almond and cassava flour – This gluten-free combo gives you fluff without the bloat. Almond flour is protein-rich and nourishing, while cassava is light and easy on digestion.
  • Coconut sugar – A lower glycemic alternative to traditional sugar that won’t spike your blood sugar the same way. Plus, it has a rich, caramel-like depth that plays so well with strawberries.
  • Grass-fed butter – Full of healthy fats and vitamin K2, it gives the cake that luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture while supporting brain and hormone health.
  • Lemon zest – Not just for flavor! Lemon zest brings brightness and natural cleansing properties that awaken your taste buds and give the cake a fresh, vibrant feel.
  • Spore-based Just Thrive Probiotic – They survive stomach acid and make it all the way to your gut, where they can do their job. Unlike many probiotics that get destroyed before they arrive, these are built to thrive. (See what we did there?)

Gut-Loving Strawberry Cake Recipe

Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 30–35 minutes
Total time: 45–50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Diet: Gluten-free, grain-free, refined sugar-free
Servings: 8
 
Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
    Wash, hull, and chop strawberries into ½-inch cubes. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and coconut sugar until well combined. Add the vanilla, lemon zest, lemon juice, and milk, and whisk until the mixture is smooth and silky. Add the eggs and whisk again until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, cassava flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and probiotic powder.
    Add dry ingredients to wet and gently fold to combine. Do not overmix.
    Fold in the chopped strawberries.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Add more strawberries on top if you desire.
  5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack https://amzn.to/3Ckowbn to cool completely before slicing.

To Serve:

Top with organic coconut whipped cream and fresh strawberries, or dust with sugar-free powdered sugar for a simple, elegant finish.

Tips for Fluffiness & Moisture:

  • Room temp eggs and milk help the batter emulsify for a better rise.
    Almond + cassava gives you both moisture and a light, airy structure.
  • Don’t overmix once the flours go in.
  • Strawberries are juicy, so patting them dry helps prevent a gummy texture.


A Slice of Something Deeper

When we eat in a way that supports our bodies without obsession or deprivation it creates a ripple effect. We feel lighter, clearer, more in tune with ourselves.

This strawberry cake is more than a treat. It’s a permission slip to slow down, to nourish deeply, and to honor your gut as the core of your health.

Because it’s not just about the ingredients. It’s about how you feel after.

And this? This feels good.

Made this gut-loving strawberry cake? Tag @justthrivehealth and @healthyliciousworld so we can celebrate your gut-loving goodness with you. We seriously can’t wait to see!

Support Your Gut Health with Every Delicious Bite

Want to know the secret to transform any recipe into a gut-nourishing treat?

Just open up a capsule of Just Thrive Probiotic, and mix it into whatever you’re making.

With NO-taste and NO-smell, it’s an easy way to get daily TLC for your digestive, immune, and total body health.

And because Just Thrive Probiotic is incredibly resilient, it can withstand extreme temperatures, so you can cook, bake, and freeze it without losing potency. Enjoy all your favorite drinks and dishes without compromising on your health goals!

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