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Strawberries and Cream Cake

Irresistible Strawberries and Cream Cake for Your Next Celebration

A delectable Strawberries and Cream Cake that combines simple ingredients into an impressive dessert for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour for a denser cake.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Check for freshness.
  • 1 cup sugar Brown sugar can add a caramel flavor.
  • 1 cup butter Softened for a fluffy batter.
  • 4 eggs Aquafaba is a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup milk Almond milk works for non-dairy versions.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract can be used for variation.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups heavy cream Consider using whipped coconut cream for dairy-free.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries Seasonal berries are recommended.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together cake flour and baking powder.
  3. Beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Gradually add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients with milk, mixing on low until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and fold in vanilla extract.
  10. Assemble the cake by layering frosting and sliced strawberries between the layers.
  11. Garnish with more strawberries and chocolate shavings if desired, then serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother mixture. Let cakes cool completely before assembly to maintain their structure.

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