Description
- This classic strawberry shortcake recipe combines soft vanilla cake layers with juicy fresh strawberries and creamy whipped frosting for an unforgettable dessert perfect for summer gatherings or family celebrations.
Ingredients
- Cake Ingredients:
2½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
3 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1¾ cups granulated sugar
½ cup vegetable or canola oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 large egg whites, room temperature
2½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
⅔ cup sour cream
¾ cup milk, preferably whole or 2%Strawberry Filling:
3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced or diced
2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Whole strawberries for garnish (optional)Whipped Cream Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
2¼ cups heavy whipping cream, very cold
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Beat sugar, oil, eggs, egg whites, vanilla, almond extract, and sour cream until smooth. Gradually mix in dry ingredients and milk, being careful not to overmix.Bake the Cake Layers:
Line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper. Divide batter evenly. Bake 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.Prepare the Strawberry Filling:
Combine sliced strawberries with strawberry jam. Toss gently and set aside.Make the Frosting:
Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Slowly add cold heavy cream and beat until stiff peaks form.Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread frosting, add strawberry filling. Repeat with second layer. Top with remaining frosting and garnish with strawberries.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Keep heavy cream very cold to ensure thick, fluffy frosting. Do not overmix cake batter to keep layers tender. Slice with a sharp knife for neat layers.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 22 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 585
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg