Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Strawberry Shortcake Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk

• For the Filling and Topping:

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• White chocolate shavings (optional)
• Whole strawberries for decoration

Instructions:

1.Preheat the oven: 

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2.Prepare the cake batter: 

  In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

3.Bake the cakes:

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

4.Prepare the whipped cream: 

  In a large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

5.Assemble the cake: 

   Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the top, then arrange a layer of sliced strawberries over the whipped cream.

 Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream. Decorate with whole strawberries and white chocolate shavings, if desired.

  Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

  Serve and Enjoy 😋💕