Description
Whipped Strawberry Cloud Cake is a pillowy-soft dessert featuring fluffy sponge layers, fresh strawberries, and billowy whipped cream. Light, elegant, and not too sweet, this ethereal cake is perfect for showers, brunches, or warm-weather celebrations.
Ingredients
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- Sponge Cake
- 6 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup milk
- 3/4 cup cake flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- Whipped Cream
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Strawberry Layer
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Decoration
- Whole or halved strawberries
- Mint leaves (optional)
- Powdered sugar dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 8-inch round pans with parchment, no greasing needed.
- Separate eggs. Beat egg yolks with half the sugar, vanilla, and milk until pale and creamy.
- Whisk egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar and beat until glossy peaks form.
- Sift flour and salt into the yolk mixture. Gently fold in. Then fold in the egg whites in three parts, keeping the batter airy.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes or until springy. Cool upside down in pans on a rack.
- Prepare strawberries
- Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes to release juices.
- Whip the cream
- Beat cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft, cloud-like peaks form.
- Assemble: Place one sponge layer, top with whipped cream and strawberries. Repeat with the second layer. Cover the top and sides with whipped cream. Decorate with strawberries and mint.
Notes
- Use stabilized whipped cream (with a bit of gelatin or mascarpone) if you need it to hold longer.
- For an extra fluffy effect, chill the cake before serving—it sets beautifully cold.
- Best enjoyed the same day while the whipped cream is fresh and light.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
