Vanilla Strawberry Ombre Cake: A Layered Delight Ingredients: For the Cake: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup whole milk Pink food coloring (optional, for ombre effect) For the Frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 4 cups powdered sugar 2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pink food coloring (for ombre effect) For Decoration: Fresh strawberries, whole and halved Edible gold sprinkles Powdered sugar for dusting Instructions: Prepare the Cake Layers: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, al