Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Pour the batter evenly into your prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and chopped strawberries. Mix until creamy.

Once your cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate, spread a generous layer of frosting on top, and repeat with the second layer.

Top with the final cake layer and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Decorate with additional strawberries if desired.