French Strawberry Cake
A stunning dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with a light, fluffy cake and a luscious whipped cream topping.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of your cake.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar For that perfect sweetness.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and moisture.
- 1 cups milk Keeps the cake light and fluffy.
- 3 large eggs Essential for structure.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the cake rise beautifully.
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses flavor.
Topping Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced The star fruit of the recipe.
- 1 cup heavy cream For the luscious whipped topping.
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar Sweetens the cream.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pans.
Whipping and Assembling
- While the cakes cool, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, layer them with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
Notes
Store in the fridge for 3-4 days. Enjoy fresh for best results. Leftover cake layers can be frozen for later use.