Description
A vibrant, no-fail birthday dessert with layers of fluffy sponge, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. Baked in a classic 9-inch format, it’s a perfect celebration treat with tender crumb and bold strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup softened butter or clarified butter
2 large room temperature eggs
1 cup milk (skim preferred)
4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp sugar for cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 9-inch round pans
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt
In a separate bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy
Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition
Alternate adding dry ingredients and wet ingredients to the butter, starting and ending with dry
Divide batter into prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean
Let the layers cool completely on wire racks
In a chilled bowl, whip 1 1/2 cups cream, 2 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla until stiff peaks form
Puree half of the sliced strawberries for the filling. Reserve the remaining strawberries for topping
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Brush with a thin layer of strawberry puree
Spread half of the whipped cream over the puree. Arrange sliced strawberries on top
Add the second cake layer. Repeat with cream and strawberries
Top with the final cake layer. Spread remaining cream on the top and sides
Arrange reserved whole strawberries on the top and sides for decoration
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture.
For a lighter cream, use skim milk or a plant-based alternative.
Avoid overbaking the cake layers to maintain moisture.
For visual appeal, use a piping bag for the whipped cream if possible.
Ensure all tools for whipping cream are well-chilled for best results.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Trending
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One slice of cake (per serving)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
