Strawberry cake with whipped cream
Strawberry and Whipped Cream Cake – A Delicacy with Sweet Memories
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 70 minutes
Number of servings: 12
Welcome to the wonderful world of desserts! Today, I will share with you the recipe for a strawberry and whipped cream cake, which will not only delight your taste buds but also bring a little nostalgia to your heart. This cake is a tribute to my grandmother, who, if she were alive, would have celebrated her birthday yesterday. She loved everything I cooked, and my coffee was undoubtedly the best in the world. So, let’s get started!
Necessary ingredients:
For the base:
- 500 g fresh strawberries
- 9 eggs
- 250 g sugar
- 8 tablespoons oil
- 9 tablespoons flour
- 3 packets vanilla sugar
- 1 packet baking powder
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 vial rum essence
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon semolina
For the pudding cream:
- 2 packets pudding (vanilla or your favorite flavor)
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 800 ml milk
- 100 g margarine for baking
For the glaze:
- 300 ml pastry cream or whipped cream
- 250 g mascarpone cheese
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 2 packets whipped cream stabilizer
- 150 g strawberry yogurt
- Chocolate flakes (for decoration)
Step by step to success:
1. Preparing the strawberries:
Start by washing the strawberries well, then clean and cut them into smaller pieces. Drain them in a sieve to remove excess water. This step is essential to prevent the cake from becoming soggy.
2. Preparing the base:
- In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until they form stiff peaks. Gradually add the sugar and continue mixing until you get a glossy meringue.
- In another bowl, mix the egg yolks with the oil, vanilla sugar, and rum essence. Add the milk and mix well.
- Slowly pour the yolk mixture over the meringue, gently folding with a spatula from the bottom up. This will keep the air in the meringue, giving the cake a fluffy texture.
- Sift the flour mixed with the baking powder and gently incorporate it into the mixture.
3. Assembling and baking:
- Prepare a large baking tray by lining the bottom with baking paper. Pour the base mixture into the tray and level it.
- Sprinkle the drained strawberries on top, which you previously mixed with the semolina (this will help absorb the juices).
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30 minutes. Use the toothpick test: if it comes out clean, it’s done! Turn off the oven and let the cake sit inside for another 10 minutes.
4. Preparing the pudding cream:
- In a saucepan, prepare the pudding according to the package instructions, adding 3 tablespoons of sugar and 800 ml of milk. Once the pudding has thickened, remove it from the heat and add the margarine, stirring well until it melts completely.
- Let it cool slightly, then pour it over the strawberry base.
5. Whipped cream:
- Whip the pastry cream or whipped cream with the stabilizer until it becomes firm.
- In another bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese with the powdered sugar, then add the strawberry yogurt and fold it into the whipped cream.
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the strawberry pudding.
6. Decoration and serving:
- You can decorate the cake with chocolate flakes for a more attractive appearance. Let the cake cool completely and then refrigerate it for a few hours, ideally overnight, to blend the flavors.
- Serve the cake cold, alongside a cup of coffee or a fragrant tea, reminding you of your grandmother and enjoying every bite.
Useful tips:
- If you want to add a touch of freshness, you can include some fresh mint leaves when serving.
- Instead of strawberries, you can use other seasonal fruits, such as raspberries or blueberries, to experiment with different flavors.
- Make sure the ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a uniform mixture.
Nutritional benefits:
The strawberry and whipped cream cake is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins due to the strawberries, which are an excellent source of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. Additionally, this cake can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Frequently asked questions:
- Can I use other types of milk? Yes, plant-based milk (almond, soy) can be an excellent alternative.
- How can I make the cake less sweet? You can reduce the amount of sugar in the base and cream, adjusting the overall sweetness.
Remember, every recipe has its story, and this strawberry cake is a sweet memory filled with love and nostalgia. I encourage you to try this recipe and share your own story in making it. Bon appétit!
Ingredients: 500 g strawberries, 3 tablespoons milk, 9 eggs, 9 tablespoons flour, 250 g sugar, 8 tablespoons oil, 3 packets vanilla sugar, 1 packet baking powder, 1 vial of rum essence, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon semolina, 1 pinch of salt. CREAM: 2 packets pudding + 3 tablespoons sugar + 800 ml milk + 100 g margarine for pastries. GLAZE: 300 ml pastry cream or whipped cream, 250 g mascarpone cheese, 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, 2 packets whipped cream stabilizer, 150 g strawberry yogurt, chocolate flakes.
