Strawberry Cake Recipe
Category: Desserts
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Strawberries | 240g |
| Eggs | 110g |
| All-purpose flour | 300g |
| Butter | 100g |
| Sugar | 180g |
| Lemon juice | ½ lemon |
| Baking powder | 16g |
| Fresh strawberries (for filling) | 250g |
| Strawberry jam | 160g |
| Fresh heavy cream | 250g |
| Powdered sugar | 20g |
| Fresh strawberries (for garnish) | 2 |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cake Batter:
Begin by melting the butter gently over low heat. Once melted, allow it to cool slightly. While the butter is cooling, separate the egg whites from the yolks. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. -
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Blend the Strawberries:
Wash the 240g of strawberries and remove their stems. Place the strawberries into a food processor or blender. Add the egg yolks and sugar to the strawberries, followed by the all-purpose flour. Blend everything together until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous. -
Incorporate the Butter:
Gradually pour in the melted, slightly cooled butter into the strawberry mixture. Blend once again to incorporate the butter completely into the batter. -
Mix with Egg Whites:
Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a spatula. Be gentle to preserve the airiness of the egg whites. -
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into a greased and lined cake pan. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) on static heat. Bake the cake for approximately 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before removing it from the pan. -
Prepare the Filling:
While the cake cools, wash and hull the fresh strawberries intended for the filling. Slice them thinly and set aside. -
Whip the Cream:
In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. For best results, use chilled beaters and a chilled bowl. -
Assemble the Cake:
Once the cake has cooled, slice it horizontally into two equal layers. Spread a generous layer of strawberry jam over the bottom layer of the cake. Then, add a layer of freshly whipped cream on top of the jam. -
Top the Cake:
Place the second layer of the cake on top of the filled base. Gently press down to secure the layers together. Decorate the top of the cake with the sliced strawberries you reserved for garnish. -
Final Touch:
Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar to add a delicate finish. Your strawberry cake is now ready to be enjoyed!
This delightful strawberry cake is perfect for any special occasion, offering a lovely balance of fresh fruit, rich cream, and a light, airy cake base. The combination of homemade jam and whipped cream adds a luxurious touch to each bite, making it a dessert that’s sure to impress.
