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Fluffy and Moist Strawberry Cream Cake Recipe

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4.7 from 114 reviews
  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 47 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Fluffy and Moist Strawberry Cream Cake is a delightful dessert featuring light cake layers infused with vanilla, layered with fresh whipped cream, strawberry jam, and fresh strawberries. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat, this cake combines tender crumb and rich, fruity flavors for a refreshing and elegant dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake

  • 113 g cake flour
  • 142 g granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 56 g neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Filling and Topping

  • 396 g heavy cream (chilled)
  • 100 g strawberry jam
  • 10 medium-sized fresh strawberries, sliced (for filling)
  • Additional fresh strawberries (for topping)
  • Some whole fresh strawberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line and grease two 8-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cake flour, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Add the egg yolks, neutral oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Whisk thoroughly until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  4. Divide batter: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops for even baking.
  5. Bake the cakes: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 20–22 minutes, or until the cake tops turn golden and spring back when lightly pressed.
  6. Cool the cakes: Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans before carefully removing them to avoid breaking.
  7. Whip the cream: In a separate chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring it’s firm enough for layering and frosting.
  8. Assemble the first layer: Place one cake layer on your serving plate. Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam over the surface, then add an even layer of whipped cream followed by the sliced strawberries.
  9. Add second layer and frosting: Cover the filling with the second cake layer, then spread the remaining whipped cream evenly over the entire cake for a smooth finish.
  10. Decorate and chill: Decorate the top with halved and whole fresh strawberries. Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the cream to set.

Notes

  • Ensure the heavy cream is well chilled before whipping for best volume and stiffness.
  • You can substitute strawberry jam with any other berry jam for a different flavor twist.
  • For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries.
  • Chilling the cake before serving helps the whipped cream firm up and enhances the overall taste.
  • If you do not have cake flour, substitute all-purpose flour minus 2 tablespoons per cup to mimic cake flour texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Strawberry cream cake, fluffy cake, whipped cream cake, easy strawberry dessert, summer cake, layered cake

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