Unforgettable Strawberry Shortcake Cake
Indulge in the delightful Unforgettable Strawberry Shortcake Cake, a perfect blend of fluffy sponge cake, sweet strawberries, and rich whipped cream. This visually stunning dessert is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether it’s for a birthday or a casual gathering, this cake promises to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- While cooling, slice strawberries and sprinkle with sugar if desired. Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble by placing one cake layer on a platter, spreading half the whipped cream and half the strawberries on top. Add the second layer and repeat with remaining cream and strawberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg