Strawberry Cake Filling
Sure! Here is a recipe for a lovely strawberry cake with cream:
Instructions
- Sure! Here's a simplified version of the strawberry cake with cream recipe:
- For the cake
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (optional for vegetarians)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- For the strawberry filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and cleaned
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- For the cream frosting:
- 2 cups chilled heavy cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the cake:
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (optional for vegetarians)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- For the strawberry filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and cleaned
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- For the cream frosting:
- 2 cups chilled heavy cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Notes
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the salt, baking powder, and flour. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add the eggs (if using) one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, alternating between them, and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter equally between the cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the strawberry filling. In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- For the cream frosting, whip the chilled heavy cream, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- To assemble the cake, place one layer on a serving plate and spread the strawberry filling on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and gently press down.
- Frost the entire cake with whipped cream frosting. You can garnish the top with fresh strawberries.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy your delicious strawberry cake with cream!