Fluffy and Moist Strawberry Cream Cake Recipe
This Fluffy and Moist Strawberry Cream Cake features tender layers of light cake filled and topped with luscious whipped cream and fresh strawberries. Perfectly balanced with a touch of strawberry jam, this classic dessert offers a refreshing and elegant treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 113 g cake flour
- 142 g granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 egg yolks
- 56 g neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Filling and Topping
- 396 g heavy cream, chilled
- 100 g strawberry jam
- 10 medium-sized fresh strawberries, sliced (for filling)
- Additional fresh strawberries (for topping)
- Some whole fresh strawberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line and grease two 8-inch round cake pans to ensure the cakes release easily after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cake flour, granulated sugar, and salt until fully combined to achieve an even texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the egg yolks, neutral oil, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Whisk thoroughly until the batter is smooth and homogenous.
- Divide and Bake: Evenly distribute the batter between the two prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the cake tops turn golden and spring back softly when pressed.
- Cool Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool completely in their pans before carefully removing them to avoid breaking the delicate layers.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring a stable and fluffy frosting.
- Assemble Cake – Layer One: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin but even layer of strawberry jam over the surface, followed by a layer of whipped cream. Top this with the sliced fresh strawberries for a refreshing burst of flavor.
- Assemble Cake – Layer Two and Frost: Position the second cake layer on top and cover the entire cake with the remaining whipped cream, smoothing it evenly.
- Decorate: Garnish the top of the cake with halved and whole fresh strawberries for an attractive and inviting finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the cream to set.
Notes
- Ensure the heavy cream is well chilled before whipping for best volume and stability.
- Use cake flour for a tender crumb; all-purpose flour will make the cake denser.
- Do not overbake the cake layers to maintain their moisture and softness.
- Fresh strawberries should be ripe and firm for the best appearance and taste.
- The cake can be assembled a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated, but decorate just before serving for freshness.
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