Description
This Strawberry Cream Cake Slice is a light and fluffy dessert featuring soft chiffon cake layers, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. The perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and fruity flavors, this cake is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or simply indulging in a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chiffon Cake:
- 6 egg yolks
- 56 g granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 85 g milk
- 56 g oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 113 g cake flour
- 6 egg whites
- 56 g granulated sugar (for meringue)
For the Filling:
- 10–12 medium-sized fresh strawberries, sliced
- 100 g strawberry jam
For the Whipped Cream:
- 396 g heavy cream
- 30 g granulated sugar
For Decoration:
- Fresh strawberries (as desired)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chiffon Cake
- Make the Meringue
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
- Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the Batter
- Gently fold the meringue into the cake batter in three parts to keep it airy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake the Cake
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool completely before slicing into layers.
- Prepare the Filling
- Slice fresh strawberries thinly.
- Spread strawberry jam evenly over one cake layer.
- Make the Whipped Cream
- Beat heavy cream and sugar together until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a plate and spread a layer of whipped cream over it.
- Arrange sliced strawberries on top, then add another layer of whipped cream.
- Place the second cake layer on top and repeat.
- Decorate the Cake
- Cover the cake with the remaining whipped cream, smoothing it evenly.
- Garnish with whole or sliced fresh strawberries.
- Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing for the best texture.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best taste.
- Chill the whipped cream before whipping for a stable texture.
- For a more stable filling, mix whipped cream with a little gelatin.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European