Description
A delightful and refreshing Fresh Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 120 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120 ml (½ cup) whole milk
- 400 ml (1 ¾ cups) heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 250 g (1 cup) mascarpone or cream cheese
- 80 g (⅔ cup) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 600 g (about 4 cups) fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 200 g (1 ½ cups) strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (slurry)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Alternate mixing in flour mixture and milk until smooth.
- Divide into pans and bake 20–25 minutes. Cool completely.
- Whip cream until soft peaks form.
- Add mascarpone/cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Beat until smooth and fluffy. Chill until needed.
- Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let rest 15 minutes until juices release.
- In a saucepan, cook strawberries and sugar until soft.
- Blend into a puree and strain if desired.
- Return to heat, add cornstarch slurry, and cook until thickened. Cool before use.
- Place first sponge layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a thick layer of cream filling.
- Add sliced strawberries evenly.
- Place second sponge on top.
- Spread more cream and arrange whole/sliced strawberries on top.
- Drizzle with strawberry glaze for a glossy finish.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Chill the cream filling for at least 30 minutes before using.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg