Description
A delicious Strawberry Shortcake Cake with tender layers, whipped cream, and macerated strawberries that brings together summer flavors in a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) milk, room temperature
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for macerating strawberries)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for whipped cream)
- Optional garnish: extra sliced strawberries and mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8- or 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment.
- Toss the quartered strawberries with 2 tbsp sugar and let sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes to release juices.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then mix in vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
- Fold half of the macerated strawberries (with some juice) into the batter to distribute berry flavor without turning the batter pink throughout.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the top springs back slightly. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whip the chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread a thin layer on top of the cooled cake, layer remaining macerated strawberries, then finish with a generous swirl of whipped cream and extra berries for garnish. Slice and serve.
Notes
Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly. Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake light.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American