Description
Strawberry Shortcake Cake is the ultimate summer dessert that brings together layers of fluffy vanilla cake, ripe strawberries, and airy whipped cream. This delightful treat is not only visually stunning but also offers a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for birthdays, picnics, or any festive gathering, this cake is sure to impress guests of all ages. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping dessert. Enjoy the refreshing taste of summer with Strawberry Shortcake Cake, where each slice melts in your mouth and leaves you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder together. Gradually add this mixture alternately with milk to the wet ingredients until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice each cake layer in half horizontally. Layer whipped cream and sliced strawberries between each layer and top with remaining whipped cream and strawberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg