Description
Indulge in the heavenly taste of The Best Strawberry Shortcake Cake, a delightful treat perfect for any celebration or gathering. This moist and flavorful cake is layered with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a hint of vanilla, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for macerating)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch round cake pans. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix Batter: Beat butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Mix in sour cream and dry ingredients alternating with milk.
- Bake: Divide batter into pans, bake for 22–25 minutes until done. Cool on a rack.
- Prepare Toppings: Macerate strawberries with sugar. Whip cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff.
- Assemble: Layer cake, cream, and strawberries. Chill before serving.
Notes
- You can make this cake a day ahead and refrigerate. Add strawberry jam for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
