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Fluffy Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake

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A light, moist, and flavorful strawberry shortcake layer cake with fresh whipped cream, perfect for celebrations and nostalgic summer afternoons.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120g) small-curd cottage cheese
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (about 600g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Beat in cottage cheese and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk, starting and ending with flour. Mix gently after each addition, folding with a spatula if needed.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops. Tap pans lightly to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and tops are golden brown.
  9. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks to cool completely.
  10. Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice; let macerate for 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  11. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  12. To assemble, place one cake layer on a plate, spread whipped cream, then top with macerated strawberries and juices.
  13. Place second cake layer on top, cover top and sides with remaining whipped cream, and garnish with extra strawberries if desired.

Notes

Bring eggs and milk to room temperature before mixing. Cream butter and sugar thoroughly to trap air. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Fold flour gently to keep batter airy. Assemble cake shortly before serving to prevent whipped cream from weeping. Chill cake if whipped cream softens before serving. Use serrated knife with gentle sawing motion to slice cake.

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Keywords: strawberry shortcake, layer cake, whipped cream, homemade dessert, fluffy cake, summer dessert

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