Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake

Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake 🍓🍰

Introduction

This Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake is a delightful celebration of springtime flavors. Light and fluffy vanilla sponge layers are generously filled with sweet, juicy strawberries and airy whipped cream, creating a dessert that’s both elegant and comforting. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply treating yourself, each bite is a balance of soft cake, creamy frosting, and fruity freshness that’s irresistible.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 312 g (2 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
• 10 g (2 ½ tsp) baking powder
• 2 g (½ tsp) salt
• 227 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 350 g (1 ¾ cups) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) vanilla extract
• 240 ml (1 cup) whole milk

For the Whipped Cream Frosting:

• 600 ml (2 ½ cups) heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 60 g (½ cup) powdered sugar
• 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract

For the Strawberry Filling:

• 300 g (2 cups) fresh strawberries, diced
• 50 g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice

For Garnish:

• Whole strawberries for topping

Directions