Strawberry Shortcake Cake with Mascarpone
A delightful combination of fluffy cake layers adorned with sweet strawberries and a luscious mascarpone frosting, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingrédients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Should be at room temperature.
- 1 cups milk
- 2 large eggs Should be at room temperature.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting and Filling
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced Toss with a sprinkle of sugar before using.
- 1 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cups heavy cream
- 0.25 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure the butter is softened to room temperature.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
Baking the Cakes
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Add in the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cooling and Preparing
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to cooling racks.
- While cooling, toss sliced strawberries with a sprinkle of sugar and let sit for 30 minutes.
Making the Frosting
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, being careful not to over-whip.
- Fold in the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and airy.
Assembling the Cake
- Place one cooled layer of cake on a serving plate and spread a layer of mascarpone frosting on top.
- Add the macerated strawberries, then place the second layer of cake on top.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining mascarpone frosting.
- Decorate the top with any remaining strawberries and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This cake is perfect for summer BBQs, picnics, and birthday parties. Serve with light refreshments like lemonade or iced tea.