Description
Homemade Strawberry Cream Cake is a delightful dessert that layers fluffy sponge cake with fresh strawberries and rich whipped cream. This refreshing treat is perfect for birthdays, picnics, or simply brightening up your day. Each slice delivers an irresistible burst of sweetness and nostalgia, making it a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling on wire racks, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; fold in powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Assemble the cake with one layer topped by whipped cream and strawberries; repeat with second layer.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg