a summertime favorite
Strawberry cake is a cake that uses strawberry as a primary ingredient. Strawberries may be used in the cake batter, atop the cake, and in the frosting. Strawberry cakes are typically served cold.
Overview of strawberry cake
In strawberry cake preparation, you can include strawberries in the batter, place them on top, use strawberries or a strawberry filling between the layers of a layer cake, or combine these methods. Some people make frosting with incorporated strawberries. They also may use fresh or frozen strawberries. Additionally, strawberry-flavored gelatin can be employed as an ingredient, resulting in a pink color when mixed into the batter. A garnish of strawberries enhances the presentation of certain strawberry cakes. It’s also possible to prepare strawberry cake as a gluten-free dish.
Some versions serve strawberry cake chilled, while others freeze it and serve it in a partially frozen state. Cooks sometimes incorporate ricotta cheese into the cake batter or use it as a topping. People can prepare a strawberry cake with a base of a prepared cake mix, such as a white cake mix, and then add ingredients in the batter or on top of the cake. They occasionally prepare and serve it as a dish on Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
1 package strawberry cake mix
1 and 1/2 quarts fresh strawberries
1/4 cup sugar
1 and 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Directions
To make this strawberry cake, start by making the cake according to the package directions. Pour the divided batter into two greased and floured pans. Cool completely on wire racks so moisture does not form on the bottom of the cakes, as a result, The wire racks allow air to circulate under the pans. Reserve about 8 strawberries for garnish. Slice the remaining strawberries, and sprinkle with the white sugar in a bowl. Mash slightly. In a separate bowl, beat the whipping cream on high until it peaks. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix in. Place one cake on a plate. Cover with the mashed berries. Top with whipped cream. Place the second cake on top, and top with whipped cream. Garnish with the 8 reserved berries. Enjoy!!
