Strawberry Shortcake Cake: The Best Fresh Twist on a Classic Treat
The Strawberry Shortcake Cake offers a delightful and fresh twist on a beloved classic, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, milk, and vanilla; beat until smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, layer them with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
- Frost the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream and top with additional strawberries as desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of almond extract to the whipped cream.
- Make sure the strawberries are fresh for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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