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Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake: A Slice of Bliss Awaits!

Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake
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A delightful and fluffy strawberry shortcake layer cake, perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing 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, and mix until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  11. Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of whipped cream, and top with sliced strawberries.
  12. Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process with whipped cream and strawberries on top.
  13. Slice and serve chilled.

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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