This Strawberry Shortcake Cake is made of fluffy and moist vanilla cake filled with sweet, juicy strawberries soaked in sugar and topped with a hint of berry-flavored Swiss meringue buttercream. Every bite is fruity, soft, and deliciously melts in your mouth.
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Why you will love this Strawberry Shortcake Cake
Moist Vanilla Cake: This vanilla cake is incredibly tender, moist, and packed with rich buttery flavor. It’s the kind of cake that’ll make you close your eyes and savor every bite.
Strawberry Swiss Meringue Buttercream: Say goodbye to ordinary frosting! Our silky, cloud-like buttercream is infused with the delightful taste of strawberries. It strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and fruity freshness, beautifully swirled atop our cake for a touch of elegance.
Macerated Strawberries Filling: Imagine juicy, tender strawberries bursting with natural sweetness. They’re not just a filling; they’re a delightful surprise in every mouthful, infusing your palate with summer vibes!
Sophisticated and Fun: This cake isn’t just dessert; it’s a masterpiece. With its stunning layers and gourmet buttercream, it’s a delight to both create and indulge in. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself on a Tuesday night, this cake is sure to impress.
Versatile Presentation: Whether you prefer a rustic or refined aesthetic, this cake suits your style. Dress it up with fresh strawberries and mint leaves for an elegant touch, or let its layers shine with a simple yet sophisticated design.
Ingredient Insights:
Sour Cream & Whole Milk: These two ingredients work together to keep our cake moist while maintaining a thick batter. They also add richness, help control browning, activate baking soda, and contribute to a creamy texture.
Strawberries: When ripe, strawberries offer a delightful mix of sweetness, fragrance, and herbal notes. They complement the vanilla’s woody, spiced flavors perfectly.
Granulated Sugar: To match the sweetness of a classic strawberry shortcake, we use granulated sugar. It not only sweetens the cake but also enhances caramel-like flavors in both the cake and macerated berries.
Egg Whites: Balancing the rich cake and sweet berries, we create a light, airy buttercream frosting with egg whites. Whipping them incorporates air, resulting in a soft, fluffy texture. This also helps to lighten the cake, achieving a similar color to a white cake recipe.
Strawberry Jam: Adding strawberry jam to the buttercream gives it an extra burst of berry goodness.
Red Food Coloring: For a vibrant hue, a few drops of red food coloring can be added to achieve that perfect pop of color.
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