Strawberry Country Cake
Description: This delightful Strawberry Country Cake is not only easy to make but also exudes a rustic charm that will captivate your guests. It’s the perfect dessert for a summer gathering, adding a burst of fruity freshness to your table. Adapted from Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa’s Parties, this recipe is a testament to simplicity and flavor, making it a favorite among both kids and adults alike.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Strawberry, Berries, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Spring, Summer, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 919.1
- Fat Content: 47.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 28.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 254.3mg
- Sodium Content: 494.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 116.5g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 77.1g
- Protein Content: 10.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 3/4 cup | Unsalted butter |
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 3/4 cup | Sour cream |
| 1/2 lemon | Zest of |
| 1/2 orange | Zest of |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Vanilla extract |
| 2 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1/4 cup | Cornstarch |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Kosher salt |
| 1 teaspoon | Baking soda |
| 1 cup | Heavy whipping cream |
| 1 tablespoon | Sugar |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Vanilla extract |
| 3 cups | Fresh strawberries |
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Prepare Cake Pans: Butter and flour two 8-inch cake pans, ensuring the cakes won’t stick after baking.
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar on high speed until light and fluffy.
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Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, followed by the sour cream, lemon zest, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
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Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, and baking soda.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients in the mixing bowl, mixing on low speed until a smooth batter forms.
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Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool the Cakes: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
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Prepare Filling: Whip the heavy whipping cream until firm peaks form. Then, gently fold in the sugar and vanilla extract to sweeten the cream.
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Assemble the Cake: Slice one of the cooled cakes horizontally to create two rounds. Place the bottom half on a serving platter.
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Layer with Filling: Spread half of the whipped cream evenly over the bottom cake layer. Arrange most of the fresh strawberries on top of the whipped cream.
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Complete the Layers: Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the strawberries. Repeat the process by spreading the remaining whipped cream over the second cake layer. Decorate the top of the cake with the remaining fresh strawberries.
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Serve and Enjoy: Your Strawberry Country Cake is now ready to be served! Slice into generous portions and indulge in the delightful combination of fluffy cake, luscious whipped cream, and sweet strawberries.
This recipe promises to be a hit at any summer gathering, providing a taste of seasonal freshness with every bite. Whether enjoyed as a casual weeknight treat or as the star dessert at your next party, this Strawberry Country Cake is sure to leave everyone asking for seconds! 🍓🍰
