Description
The French Strawberry Cake is an elegant, fresh dessert featuring juicy ripe strawberries, light and fluffy cake layers, and smooth plant-based cream. This delightful cake offers a perfect balance of natural sweetness, airy texture, and creamy richness, making it an ideal sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ cup natural sugar
- ½ cup plant-based butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup plant-based cream
Strawberry Topping
- 3 cups fresh strawberries (hulled, sliced and some whole or halved for decoration)
- 2 tablespoons natural sugar
- ½ teaspoon natural gelling agent
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup plant-based cream, chilled
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash strawberries thoroughly, remove stems. Slice most thinly for layering and keep some whole or halved for decoration. Toss sliced strawberries gently with natural sugar and natural gelling agent to create a fresh, slightly thickened topping.
- Mix the Cake Batter: Sift all-purpose flour and baking powder in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk plant-based butter and natural sugar until creamy. Gradually add vanilla extract (natural), apple cider vinegar, and plant-based cream while blending gently. Fold in dry ingredients slowly to keep batter light and fluffy.
- Bake the Cake Layers: Divide batter evenly into prepared cake pans, smoothing tops. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow layers to cool completely before assembling.
- Whip the Plant-Based Cream: Whip chilled plant-based cream until soft peaks form. Add vanilla extract (natural). Keep chilled until ready to use.
- Assemble the Cake: Place first cake layer on serving plate. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream, then add sliced strawberries evenly on top. Repeat with next layer. Finish with a smooth coat of cream over entire cake. Decorate with reserved whole strawberries.
Notes
- Allow plant-based butter and cream to reach room temperature for easier mixing and fluffier cake.
- Fold dry ingredients gently to preserve airy texture.
- Use the ripest strawberries for optimal sweetness and color.
- Chill assembled cake for at least one hour to meld flavors and set cream.
- Using natural gelling agent in topping ensures it holds shape while maintaining fresh fruit texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: French Strawberry Cake, plant-based cake, strawberry dessert, fresh strawberries, vegan cake, airy cake layers
