Description
Indulge in the heavenly layers of chantilly cake, where fluffy vanilla sponge meets luscious whipped cream and vibrant strawberries. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual gatherings, offering a refreshing taste that will brighten your day. Its light texture and rich flavors make it an irresistible treat that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream room temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk or cream until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- While cakes cool, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; gradually add powdered sugar for sweetness.
- Once cakes are completely cool, layer them with whipped cream and sliced strawberries. Frost the top and sides with more whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg