Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Strawberries and Cream Cake, a perfect balance of sweet, tangy cream cheese frosting, moist cake layers, and fresh strawberries. This elegant dessert is ideal for any celebration or special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (as needed for consistency)
For the Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Layers: Preheat the Oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Gradually add dry ingredients and milk, alternating, until just combined. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Adjust consistency with heavy cream.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a platter, spread frosting, and arrange half of the strawberries. Add the second layer, frost the top and sides, and top with remaining strawberries.
- Serve and Garnish: Garnish with mint leaves. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- For a more intense almond flavor, use almond extract in the frosting as well.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Strawberries and Cream Cake, Cake recipe, Cream cheese frosting, Strawberry cake
