Moist Strawberry Shortcake Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting
Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with this Moist Strawberry Shortcake Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting. This elegant dessert combines fluffy vanilla layers with juicy strawberries and a light, airy whipped cream topping, making it an instant favorite for any gathering or special occasion. Its vibrant colors and fresh flavors bring people together, allowing you to savor every bite while enjoying the company of friends and family. Perfect for birthdays, picnics, or a sweet treat on a busy weeknight, this cake is easy to prepare and sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 (at room temperature)
- 2 large egg whites (at room temperature)
- 2½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional but highly recommended)
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup milk (preferably whole or 2%, at room temperature)
- 3 cups fresh strawberries (sliced or diced, divided)
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened to cool room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups heavy whipping cream (very cold, straight from the fridge)
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing and slicing them. Toss with strawberry jam and let sit.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, blend sugar and oil, then add eggs, extracts, sour cream, and milk.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures gently without overmixing.
- Bake the batter in prepared pans at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes.
- For frosting, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, then gradually add cold heavy cream until fluffy.
- Once the cake layers have cooled, assemble by layering strawberries and frosting between the cake layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg