Description

This easy homemade strawberry shortcake cake features layers of fluffy vanilla cake, sweet strawberries, and cloud-like whipped cream frosting. The perfect summer dessert for any occasion!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk, room temperature
1 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for strawberries)
2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn onto a rack to cool completely.
Meanwhile, toss strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and let sit 20-30 minutes to macerate.
Whip cold cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to stiff peaks.
To assemble, place one cake layer on a plate, spread with whipped cream, top with half the strawberries. Place second layer on top, repeat with whipped cream and remaining berries. Finish with a swirl of whipped cream and extra berries on top.

Notes

For best results, use ripe, fragrant strawberries and beat the whipped cream to stiff peaks for stability. Cake flour can be substituted for a lighter crumb. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. The cake can be made a day ahead and assembled before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 24
Sodium: 230
Fat: 21
Saturated Fat: 13
Carbohydrates: 41
Fiber: 2
Protein: 5

Keywords: strawberry shortcake cake, whipped cream frosting, easy homemade dessert, strawberry cake