Yellow Cake for Strawberries and Whipped Cream
Celebrate the perfect pairing of fluffy cake, fresh berries, and luscious whipped cream with this Yellow Cake for Strawberries and Whipped Cream recipe! This classic dessert starts with a moist and buttery yellow cake that boasts just the right balance of sweetness thanks to creamy whole milk and rich vanilla extract. Layered with airy whipped cream, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar, and topped with juicy, sliced strawberries, this dessert is as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for gatherings or a summer treat, this easy-to-make cake comes together in under an hour and serves 12 lucky guests. Whether you're satisfying a sweet tooth or impressing loved ones, this charming cake ensures every bite is a celebration of light, fresh flavors.
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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
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 count Large eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1.5 cups Heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix with a hand mixer or stand mixer on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the whipped cream. In a large chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top and sprinkle with half of the sliced strawberries.
Place the second cake layer on top, spread more whipped cream, and top with the remaining strawberries.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy your homemade Yellow Cake with Strawberries and Whipped Cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 353.8 g | 454% | |
| Saturated Fat | 215.3 g | 1076% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1692 mg | 564% | |
| Sodium | 2836 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 648.8 g | 236% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 402.9 g | ||
| Protein | 74.2 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.7 mcg | 69% | |
| Calcium | 789 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1610 mg | 34% | |
*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.
