Strawberry Heaven Cake
Indulge in the ultimate summer dessert with this luscious Strawberry Heaven Cake, a delightful combination of light, fluffy layers and fresh, juicy strawberries. This stunning cake features moist vanilla sponge made from simple pantry staples, elevated by the rich creaminess of homemade whipped cream and the natural sweetness of perfectly ripe strawberries. Ideal for celebrations or as a showstopping centerpiece, this recipe comes together with just 30 minutes of prep and a short bake time. With its dreamy appearance and irresistible flavor, Strawberry Heaven Cake is the perfect dessert to impress guests or treat yourself to something special. Packed with keywords like "strawberry cake," "homemade whipped cream," and "easy summer dessert," this recipe promises to be a favorite for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on low speed using a hand or stand mixer until combined, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the whipped cream. In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top, then evenly arrange half of the sliced strawberries on top of the cream.
Place the second cake layer on top of the strawberries. Spread the remaining whipped cream evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate the top of the cake with the remaining sliced strawberries. Optionally, add any additional decorations, such as mint leaves or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the whipped cream to set. Slice and enjoy your Strawberry Heaven Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 135 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*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.
