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Strawberry Shortcake Cake: Discover the Ultimate Recipe!

Strawberry Shortcake Cake

A delightful and fluffy strawberry shortcake cake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely.
  9. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  10. Once the cake is cool, slice it in half horizontally and layer with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
  11. Top with the other half of the cake and decorate with more whipped cream and strawberries.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh strawberries.
  • This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Feel free to add a splash of lemon juice to the strawberries for extra flavor.

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