Description
Savor the delightful layers of our Strawberry Shortcake Cake, a perfect blend of fluffy sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. This crowd-pleasing dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavor that evokes cherished memories of sunny gatherings. Simple to prepare, it promises to be the highlight at any celebration or a sweet indulgence for yourself.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cakes cool, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Assemble by layering one cake on a platter, spreading whipped cream and sliced strawberries before adding the second layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg