Strawberry Shortcake Layered Slice
A delightful dessert made with layers of light, fluffy cake, fresh strawberries, and airy whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the layers
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by greasing it lightly and lining the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add the softened butter and milk to the dry ingredients. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture. Continue to mix on medium speed until well incorporated, about 1 minute.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the whipped cream. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until it thickens. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake is fully cooled, slice it into three equal layers horizontally.
- On the first layer of cake, spread a generous layer of whipped cream, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat this process for the next layer.
- Place the final layer of cake on top and frost the top and sides with the remaining whipped cream. Garnish with extra strawberries for decoration if desired.
- Chill the layered slice in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
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Notes
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. If you find strawberries are out of season, freeze-dried strawberries can be a good alternative. Let the slice sit in the refrigerator to allow flavors to blend wonderfully.