Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweetness and freshness with this decadent Dreamy Strawberry Layer Cake. Featuring tender, moist layers infused with real strawberry puree and vanilla, this show-stopping dessert is elegantly stacked with luscious cream cheese frosting, vibrant strawberry jam, and layers of fresh, juicy strawberries. Perfectly sized to serve a crowd of 12, this cake is ideal for celebrations, from birthdays to summer soirées. The combination of creamy frosting with bursts of fruitiness ensures every bite is heavenly. Easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients make this dessert achievable even for beginners—prep it in just 30 minutes! Serve chilled for a slice of strawberry bliss that is as stunning to look at as it is to taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Strawberry puree
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Strawberry jam
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk into the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the strawberry puree gently, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Use a spatula to smooth the tops.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each layer comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the heavy cream, continuing to whip until the frosting is thick and fluffy.
Once the cakes are completely cool, assemble the cake. Place the first layer on a serving plate or stand and spread a thin layer of strawberry jam over the top.
Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting over the jam, then add a layer of fresh strawberries.
Repeat the process with the second cake layer, adding jam, frosting, and strawberries.
Place the final cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting, smoothing it out with an offset spatula.
Decorate the top with additional sliced strawberries if desired.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving for the layers to set.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 342.5 g | 439% | |
| Saturated Fat | 204.5 g | 1022% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1661 mg | 554% | |
| Sodium | 3508 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1216.7 g | 442% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 950.0 g | ||
| Protein | 83.7 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.7 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 803 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1909 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
