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Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake

Indulge in the delightful layers of this cake, where fresh strawberries meet fluffy whipped cream for an unbeatable flavor combo. Perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk for a tangy twist
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries ripe and juicy
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Baking the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare three 8-inch round cake pans by greasing them with butter and dusting with flour.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients together: flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Incorporate vanilla extract into the batter.
  7. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually, alternating with milk until just blended.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Assembling the Cake
  1. Cool the cakes in their pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  2. Prepare the strawberry filling by macerating the strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
  3. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  4. Layer the cake with strawberry filling and whipped cream, repeating until all layers are stacked.
  5. Frost the top and sides of the cake with remaining whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy crafting this delightful Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake that will surely become a family favorite!

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