Best 6 Beautiful Strawberry Cream Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors presented by the Beautiful Strawberry Cream Cake, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and captivates the senses. This exquisite cake features a moist and fluffy vanilla sponge cake, layered with luscious strawberry filling and a velvety smooth cream cheese frosting. Each bite offers a burst of sweet strawberries, complemented by the tangy cream cheese and the delicate vanilla cake. The vibrant red color of the strawberries adds a touch of elegance and charm to this stunning dessert. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this Strawberry Cream Cake is sure to leave a lasting impression.

The recipe section of this article provides step-by-step instructions for creating this delectable cake, along with additional variations to cater to different tastes and preferences. Discover the secrets to achieving the perfect sponge cake texture, the art of making a creamy and flavorful strawberry filling, and the techniques for creating a smooth and stable cream cheese frosting. Additionally, the article offers a gluten-free version of the cake, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delightful dessert.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, the article also includes a recipe for a Strawberry Cream Cake made with wholesome ingredients. This version features a base of almond flour and coconut flour, providing a nutritious and satisfying dessert option. The natural sweetness of the strawberries shines through in this healthier rendition, creating a guilt-free indulgence.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this article has something for everyone. With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit various dietary needs, you'll be able to create a stunning and delicious Strawberry Cream Cake that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

STRAWBERRY CREAM CAKE



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Every spring, I anxiously await the arrival of locally grown sweet, red strawberries. Think of a simple sponge cake, sweet strawberries and a creamy cream cheese frosting. This cake is an annual tradition because it's not difficult to make, it looks beautiful-- best of all, it's incredibly delicious!

Provided by Debby - www.AFeastfortheEyes.net

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h4m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups cake flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon table salt
1 cup sugar
5 large eggs (2 whole and 3 separated, room temperature)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 pounds fresh strawberries (medium or large, about 2 quarts, washed, dried, and stemmed)
4 to 6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons Kirsch
Pinch table salt
2 cups heavy cream
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1/2 cup sugar (3 1/2 ounces)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon table salt

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour round 9 by 2-inch cake pan or 9-inch springform pan and line with parchment paper.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and all but 3 tablespoons sugar in mixing bowl. Whisk in 2 whole eggs and 3 yolks (reserving whites), butter, water, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  • In clean bowl of standing mixer fitted with whisk attachment, beat remaining 3 egg whites at medium-low speed until frothy, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • With machine running, gradually add remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, increase speed to medium-high, and beat until soft peaks form, 60 to 90 seconds.
  • Stir one-third of whites into batter to lighten; add remaining whites and gently fold into batter until no white streaks remain.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake until toothpick or wooden skewer inserted into center of cake comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Cool in pan 10 minutes, then invert cake onto greased wire rack; peel off and discard parchment. Invert cake again; cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • Halve 24 of best-looking berries and reserve. Quarter remaining berries; toss with 4 to 6 tablespoons sugar (depending on sweetness of berries) in medium bowl and let sit 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Strain juices from berries and reserve (you should have about 1/2 cup).
  • In work bowl of food processor fitted with metal blade, give macerated berries five 1-second pulses (you should have about 1 1/2 cups).
  • In small saucepan over medium-high heat, simmer reserved juices and Kirsch until syrupy and reduced to about 3 tablespoons, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour reduced syrup over macerated berries, add pinch of salt, and toss to combine. Set aside until cake is cooled.
  • WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING:
  • When cake has cooled, place cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and salt in bowl of standing mixer fitted with whisk attachment. Whisk at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down bowl with rubber spatula as needed.
  • Reduce speed to low and add heavy cream in slow, steady stream; when almost fully combined, increase speed to medium-high and beat until mixture holds stiff peaks, 2 to 2 1/2 minutes more, scraping bowl as needed (you should have about 4 1/2 cups).
  • ASSEMBLE THE CAKE:
  • Using large serrated knife, slice cake into three even layers. Place bottom layer on cardboard round or cake plate and arrange ring of 20 strawberry halves, cut sides down and stem ends facing out, around perimeter of cake layer.
  • Pour one half of pureed berry mixture (about 3/4 cup) in center, then spread to cover any exposed cake.
  • Gently spread about one-third of whipped cream (about 1 1/2 cups) over berry layer, leaving 1/2-inch border from edge. Place middle cake layer on top and press down gently (whipped cream layer should become flush with cake edge). Repeat with 20 additional strawberry halves, remaining berry mixture, and half of remaining whipped cream; gently press last cake layer on top. Spread remaining whipped cream over top; decorate with remaining cut strawberries.
  • Serve, or chill for up to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 213 mg, Sodium 221 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 35 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STRAWBERRY CREAM CAKE



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Cake, cream, and berries combine in a treat that's twice as delectable as the sum of its parts. The buttery cake soaks up the strawberry juices, while the whipped cream adds an airy richness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pan
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs plus 2 large egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
1 pound strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin (from a 1/4-ounce envelope)
1 1/2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter bottom of an 8-inch round cake pan, and line with parchment paper. Butter and flour paper and sides. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat butter and 1/2 cup sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs and yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. With mixer on low, alternately add flour mixture in 3 parts and milk in 2, beginning and ending with flour mixture; mix just until combined. Spread batter in prepared pan.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes; invert onto a wire rack to cool completely. Using a serrated knife, split cake in half horizontally; place bottom half, cut side up, on a serving plate.
  • Make topping: In a large bowl, combine strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar; set aside. Place 2 tablespoons cold water in a small saucepan, and sprinkle with gelatin; let soften 5 minutes. Place saucepan over very low heat, and stir until gelatin is dissolved. Remove from heat; let cool.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat cream and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until very soft peaks form. Continue to beat, and gradually add gelatin mixture; beat until soft peaks form.
  • Arrange half of strawberries over bottom cake layer; top with half of whipped cream, leaving a 1-inch border. Cover with top half of cake, cut side down. Top cake with remaining whipped cream, leaving a 1-inch border. Refrigerate cake and remaining strawberries separately, at least 1 hour (or up to 1 day). Just before serving, spoon strawberries over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g

STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE POUND CAKE



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The perfect textured pound cake, which as a bonus uses less sugar than the traditional recipes, due to the addition of fresh strawberries.

Provided by Ashley Steele

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces nonfat cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
6 eggs, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
2 cups strawberries, muddled
1 teaspoon vanilla sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®).
  • Cream nonfat cream cheese, 1 cup plus 2 teaspoons butter, and sugar together in a bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add salt and vanilla extract and beat the mixture well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, beating until just incorporated into the batter. Add strawberries after the last cup of flour and beat for a few seconds. Finish mixing with spatula if you need to.
  • Pour batter into the prepared Bundt® pan. Lightly sprinkle the top of the batter with the vanilla sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let cool in the pan. Invert carefully onto a serving plate or cooling rack. Let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Cholesterol 137 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 445.4 mg, Sugar 35.6 g

STRAWBERRY CREAM CAKE



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"I can't tell you how many times I've made everyone 'ooh' and 'aah' when they see this beautiful dessert. It is wonderful for any occasion."-Agnes DeLeon, Melrose, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons water
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups whole fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. , In another bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in the lemon juice, oil and water. Combine flour and salt; add to yolk mixture., Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold a fourth of the egg whites into the batter, then fold in remaining whites. , Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. , Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan; remove cake. , Cut into three horizontal layers. Place one layer on a serving plate; top with some of the whipped cream and sliced strawberries. Repeat. Top with remaining cake layer; spread remaining whipped cream over top and sides of cake. Arrange remaining sliced berries on sides of cake. , Cut whole berries in half; arrange on cake top. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 160mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

STRAWBERRY AND CREAM LAYER CAKE



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This delicate cake is inspired by fraisier, a French cake made from layers of sponge, strawberries and cream. Fraisier cakes are elaborately constructed and typically combine several components to make the cream filling, but this strawberry cake is lighter, looser and much more casual. To avoid squishing the cake when slicing, use a serrated knife in long, even strokes to cut clean slices. (Watch Claire make this cake and two others on YouTube.)

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled
1/2 cup/100 grams granulated sugar
1 cup/240 grams heavy cream, chilled
1 cup/240 grams crème fraîche, mascarpone or sour cream, chilled
Pinch of kosher salt
1 Sponge Cake recipe, baked in a 9-inch springform pan and cooled

Steps:

  • Fill a small saucepan with about 1 inch of water and set over medium heat until the water steams.
  • Meanwhile, coarsely chop about a quarter of the strawberries and combine in a medium heatproof bowl with the sugar. Cover the bowl tightly and set it over the saucepan. Reduce the heat if necessary to keep the water just below a simmer and allow the berries to sit, swirling the bowl once or twice to dissolve any stubborn sugar clumps, until they've released all their juices, are mushy, and swim in a translucent red liquid, 35 to 45 minutes. Remove the bowl from the heat, uncover and strain through a fine-mesh strainer. (You should have 1/2 to 3/4 cup of strawberry syrup.) The mushy berries will have given off their color and flavor, and even though you won't use them in the cake, they're still tasty. Reserve the berries for spooning over pancakes or yogurt.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine the heavy cream, crème fraîche and salt. Whisk the mixture vigorously by hand, or beat with a hand mixer on medium-high, until thick, light and holding a medium peak. Chill the bowl of whipped cream. Thinly slice the remaining raw strawberries lengthwise.
  • Invert the sponge cake on a flat serving plate or cake stand. Holding a long serrated knife horizontally and parallel to the work surface, use it to lightly score all around the side of the cake at the midway point. Then, using long, even strokes and still holding the knife parallel to the surface, slice clean through the cake, using the score marks as a guide, to cut it into two even layers. Set the top layer aside.
  • Use a pastry brush to dab several tablespoons of the strawberry syrup across the bottom layer, lightly soaking the entire surface. Pull the bowl of cream from the refrigerator and dollop about half of it across the soaked layer, then spread in an even layer all the way to the edges. Arrange half of the sliced strawberries on top of the cream, then place the second cake layer on top of the first, cut side up. Lightly soak the top layer of cake with the strawberry syrup, reserving any remaining syrup for serving. Spread the remaining cream on top of the cake, then pile the remaining sliced strawberries over top. (If not serving immediately, cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to serve.)
  • Slice the cake with a serrated knife and serve. Drizzle the slices with any remaining strawberry syrup. The cake is best served the day it's made, but will keep, covered and chilled, for up to 3 days.

STRAWBERRY CREAM CAKE



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This is a wonderful recipe I got from America's Test Kitchen. It was very easy to make and turned out beautiful and delicious! This also travels well. See pictures for cake assembly view.

Provided by Pismo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups cake flour (5 ounces)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon table salt
1 cup sugar (7 ounces)
5 large eggs, room temperature (2 whole and 3 separated)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 lbs fresh strawberries, washed, dried, and stemmed (medium or large, about 2 quarts)
4 -6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons kirsch or 2 tablespoons cherry flavored liqueur
1 pinch table salt
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar (3 1/2 ounces)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon table salt
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • FOR THE CAKE:.
  • Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Grease and flour round 9 by 2-inch cake pan (pan must be at least 2" high!) or 9-inch springform pan and line with parchment paper.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and all but 3 tablespoons sugar in mixing bowl.
  • Whisk in 2 whole eggs and 3 yolks (reserving whites), butter, water, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  • In clean bowl of standing mixer fitted with whisk attachment, beat remaining 3 egg whites at medium-low speed until frothy, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • With machine running, gradually add remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, increase speed to medium-high, and beat until soft peaks form, 60 to 90 seconds.
  • Stir one-third of whites into batter to lighten; add remaining whites and gently fold into batter until no white streaks remain.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake until toothpick or wooden skewer inserted into center of cake comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Cool in pan 10 minutes, then invert cake onto greased wire rack; peel off and discard parchment.
  • Invert cake again; cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • FOR THE STRAWBERRY FILLING:
  • Halve 24 of best-looking berries and reserve.
  • Quarter remaining berries; toss with 4 to 6 tablespoons sugar (depending on sweetness of berries) in medium bowl and let sit 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Strain juices from berries and reserve (you should have about 1/2 cup).
  • In workbowl of food processor fitted with metal blade, give macerated berries five 1-second pulses (you should have about 1 1/2 cups).
  • In small saucepan over medium-high heat, simmer reserved juices and Kirsch until syrupy and reduced to about 3 tablespoons, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour reduced syrup over macerated berries, add pinch of salt, and toss to combine.
  • Set aside until cake is cooled.
  • FOR THE WHIPPED CREAM:.
  • When cake has cooled, place cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and salt in bowl of standing mixer fitted with whisk attachment.
  • Whisk at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down bowl with rubber spatula as needed.
  • Reduce speed to low and add heavy cream in slow, steady stream; when almost fully combined, increase speed to medium-high and beat until mixture holds stiff peaks, 2 to 2 1/2 minutes more, scraping bowl as needed (you should have about 4 1/2 cups).
  • TO ASSEMBLE THE CAKE:
  • Using large serrated knife, slice cake into three even layers.
  • Place bottom layer on cardboard round or cake plate and arrange ring of 20 strawberry halves, cut sides down and stem ends facing out, around perimeter of cake layer.
  • Pour 1/2 of pureed berry mixture (about 3/4 cup) in center, then spread to cover any exposed cake.
  • Gently spread about one-third of whipped cream (about 1 1/2 cups) over berry layer, leaving 1/2-inch border from edge.
  • Place middle cake layer on top and press down gently (whipped cream layer should become flush with cake edge).
  • Repeat with 20 additional strawberry halves, remaining berry mixture, and half of remaining whipped cream; gently press last cake layer on top.
  • Spread remaining whipped cream over top; decorate with remaining cut strawberries.
  • Serve, or chill for up to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 711.7, Fat 43.9, SaturatedFat 25.7, Cholesterol 251.9, Sodium 353.4, Carbohydrate 72.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 50.6, Protein 9.4

Tips for Baking a Beautiful Strawberry Cream Cake

- Use the freshest strawberries you can find. This will ensure that the cake is packed with flavor. - Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before beating it. This will help to create a smooth and creamy filling. - Don't overbeat the egg whites. Overbeaten egg whites can make the cake dry and crumbly. - Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake rises evenly and doesn't sink in the middle. - Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake. - When frosting the cake, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip. This will help to create a beautiful and elegant design. - Garnish the cake with fresh strawberries. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion

This beautiful strawberry cream cake is perfect for any special occasion. It's sure to impress your friends and family with its delicious flavor and stunning appearance. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this cake a try. You won't be disappointed.

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