Strawberry Cream Layer Cake

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Celebrate life’s sweet moments with this stunning strawberry cream layer cake featuring Holla Whipping Cream. This impressive dessert looks like it came from a professional bakery but is surprisingly achievable at home, thanks to Holla Whipping Cream’s reliable performance and delicious taste. Light, fluffy vanilla cake layers are filled and frosted with clouds of perfectly whipped cream and studded with fresh, juicy strawberries. Each slice reveals beautiful layers of cake, cream, and fruit—it’s as delicious as it is gorgeous. What makes this cake special is the whipped cream frosting made with Holla Whipping Cream, which whips up beautifully to create stable, voluminous peaks that hold their shape throughout assembly and serving. The cream is lightly sweetened and flavored with vanilla, allowing the fresh strawberries to shine. This cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, spring and summer gatherings, or any time you want to create something truly memorable. While it requires some time and attention, the process is straightforward, and the results are absolutely worth it. Serve this cake slightly chilled for the best texture—the cool cream and fresh berries are incredibly refreshing.

Time 90 min
Serving Size 12

Directions

Step 1

Bake the Cake Layers

Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Divide batter among pans. Bake 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

Step 2

Prepare Strawberries and Whipped Cream

While cakes cool, prepare strawberries by hulling and slicing them. Reserve some beautiful whole or halved strawberries for decorating the top. In a large, chilled bowl, pour cold Holla Whipping Cream. Using an electric mixer with chilled beaters, begin whipping on medium speed. As soft peaks form, gradually add powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla extract. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form—the cream should stand up straight when you lift the beaters. Be careful not to over-whip. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 3

Assemble the First Layer

Place your first cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. If the cake domed during baking, you can level it with a serrated knife for a more professional look. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top of the cake (about ¾ to 1 inch thick). Arrange sliced strawberries over the whipped cream, covering the surface completely. Press them gently into the cream.

Step 4

Continue Layering

Place the second cake layer on top of the strawberries and cream. Repeat the process: spread whipped cream, arrange strawberries. Top with the final cake layer. At this point, you should have a tall, impressive three-layer cake. Use the remaining whipped cream to frost the top and sides of the entire cake. You can make this as smooth or as rustic as you like—both look beautiful.

Step 5

Decorate and Chill

Decorate the top of the cake with the reserved whole or halved strawberries, arranging them in a beautiful pattern (a ring around the edge, a pile in the center, or covering the entire top). You can also add a few fresh mint leaves for color. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to let everything set. This also makes slicing much easier. Serve chilled and store any leftovers (if there are any!) in the refrigerator.