English North Country Strawberries and Cream Courting Cake
Indulge in the timeless charm of the English North Country Strawberries and Cream Courting Cake, a classic baked treat that combines light, buttery sponge layers with the luscious flavors of strawberry and cream. Perfectly golden cake is delicately sandwiched with a layer of sweet strawberry jam, pillowy whipped cream, and juicy, fresh strawberries, evoking the romantic essence of countryside picnics and summer gatherings. Topped with an extra flourish of whipped cream and vibrant berries, this elegant dessert is as stunning as it is delicious. With simple ingredients like unsalted butter, vanilla, and a hint of baking powder, this homemade recipe celebrates the beauty of traditional British baking. Serve it as a showstopping centerpiece for tea parties, birthdays, or as a sweet declaration of love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 115 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 115 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 300 milliliters Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 250 grams Fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Strawberry jam
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and line two 18cm (7-inch) round cake tins.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Gradually fold this into the butter mixture.
Add the milk and gently mix until you have a smooth batter.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake tins. Smooth the surfaces and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the tins for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form.
Once the cakes are cool, spread the strawberry jam evenly over one of the cake layers.
Top the jam with an even layer of whipped cream, followed by half of the sliced strawberries.
Gently place the second cake layer on top. Spread more whipped cream on the top layer and decorate with the remaining sliced strawberries.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.4 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.1 g | 606% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 928 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.1 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 701 mg | 15% | |
*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.
