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Strawberry Shortcake Cake Recipe

Strawberry Shortcake Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Strawberry Shortcake Cake that combines layers of moist vanilla cake with fresh strawberries and stabilized whipped cream. Perfect for any special occasion or just a sweet treat!

Ingredients

Scale

Vanilla Cake:

  • 10 ounces milk (room temperature, divided evenly into two measuring cups)
  • 3 ounces canola oil
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 Large eggs (room temperature)
  • 13 ounces cake flour
  • 13 ounces sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces unsalted butter (room temperature)

Whipped Cream:

  • 24 ounces heavy whipping cream
  • 4 ounces powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons gelatin (I use KNOX brand)
  • 3 Tablespoons cold water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespoon heavy whipping cream (for the gelatin)

Strawberry Filling:

  • 16 ounces fresh strawberries (washed and sliced for the filling)

Instructions

  1. Making the Vanilla CakeBring all your ingredients to room temperature. Preheat oven and prepare cake pans. Measure ingredients. Mix milk/oil and egg/vanilla separately. Combine dry ingredients and butter. Mix in wet ingredients. Bake and cool cakes.
  2. Making the Whipped CreamBloom gelatin in water. Whip cream with sugar and vanilla. Melt gelatin, add cream, then mix into whipped cream until firm peaks form.
  3. Assembling the Strawberry Shortcake CakeSlice cakes, prepare strawberries, layer cake with whipped cream and berries, repeat layers, top with cream and berries. Refrigerate before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Chilling the cake helps with easier slicing and enhances the flavors.

Nutrition

Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Cake, Vanilla Cake, Whipped Cream, Strawberries, Dessert