Strawberry Shortcake Cake
Indulge in the sweet joy of homemade strawberry shortcake cake, a delightful dessert that combines layers of fluffy sponge cake, fresh whipped cream, and ripe strawberries. Perfect for any gathering, this cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. With its refreshing flavors and charming presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; sweeten with powdered sugar to taste.
- Assemble by layering cakes with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg