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Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake

A heartwarming dessert featuring soft layers of cake, creamy whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, perfect for celebrations or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup strawberry simple syrup to brush on layers

For the Filling

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream for whipping
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar for sweetening the cream

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together gently.
  • In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.

Baking

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  • Once done, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Assembly

  • Once cooled, slice each cake layer in half horizontally to create four thin layers.
  • Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • On a serving plate, place one layer, brush with strawberry syrup, spread whipped cream on top, and add sliced strawberries.
  • Repeat with remaining layers, then frost the top and sides of the cake with extra whipped cream.
  • Decorate the top with additional fresh strawberries.

Serving

  • Slice and serve the cake. Enjoy the burst of flavors!

Notes

For added indulgence, pair with vanilla ice cream or fresh berries. Store in the fridge covered with plastic wrap.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
Keyword Celebration Cake, Dessert Recipe, Fresh Strawberries, Layer Cake, Strawberry Shortcake
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