Strawberry Shortcake Cake
Strawberry Shortcake Cake is a light, fluffy dessert layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. This Strawberry Shortcake Cake recipe is perfect for spring and summer gatherings, offering a fresh, homemade flavor that’s both elegant and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before assembling.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread whipped cream, and top with sliced strawberries.
- Add the second cake layer, frost with remaining whipped cream, and decorate with more strawberries.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.Chilling the cake helps the layers set and improves slicing.You can add a thin layer of strawberry jam between layers for extra sweetness.For stabilized whipped cream, add a small amount of gelatin or use a stabilizer.Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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