Strawberry cake with meringue and crumble

The perfect dessert for a sunny day: Strawberry shortcake with meringue and crumble

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Number of servings: 12

If you're looking for a dessert to bring a splash of joy to your table, you've come to the ideal recipe! Strawberry, meringue and crumble cake is a delicious combination of textures and flavors that will delight anyone's taste buds. Inspired by days spent with friends in the mountains, this cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a picnic, a party or simply a relaxing evening at home.

The history of strawberry shortcake is a fascinating one. Over the ages, strawberries have been prized not only for their sweet taste, but also for their nutritional properties. These fruits are full of antioxidants and vitamin C, and the combination with meringue and crumble brings the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Let's see how to prepare this wonderful dessert step by step!

Ingredients

*For the dough:*
- 6 yolks
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 200 g butter (room temperature)
- 6 tbsp sour cream
- Grated zest of one lemon
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon essence
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 sachet baking powder
- Enough flour (about 600 g)
- 1 pinch of teaspoon salt

*For the filling:*
- 300 g strawberries
- 3 tablespoons semolina

*For the meringue:*
- 6 egg whites
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 6 tablespoons ground walnuts
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 sachets vanilla sugar

Preparation

1. Prepare the batter: Start by mixing the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer. Mix until fluffy and light in color. Then add the yolks, oil, cream, lemon zest, lemon juice and lemon essence. Continue mixing until smooth.

2. Adding the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the sifted flour with the baking soda and baking powder, then gradually fold them into the butter mixture, mixing with a spatula or mixer on low speed. Add salt and continue mixing until the dough is soft and no longer sticks to your hands.

3. Dough rest: Break off a piece of dough about the size of a tennis ball and add two tablespoons of flour to it. Spread the rest of the dough evenly in a 26 x 36 cm baking pan lined with baking paper. Leave to rest while you prepare the other ingredients.

4. Prepare the strawberries: Wash the strawberries well, drain and cut them in halves. These delicious fruits will add a fresh and sweet taste to your cake.

5. To make the meringue: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until foamy. Add the sugar gradually, continuing to mix until you get a stiff meringue. Stir in lemon juice, ground walnuts, flour and vanilla sugar, mixing gently until smooth.

6. Assemble the cake: Sprinkle the semolina evenly over the batter, then place the strawberry halves side by side. Spread the meringue on top of the strawberries and, for a rustic look, you can break the reserved batter into uneven pieces and sprinkle them on top.

7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the meringue is golden and crisp.

8. Cooling and serving: Leave the cake to cool thoroughly in the tray before serving. It's delicious hot or cold, and once you let it sit overnight, the batter under the meringue gets even softer and the crumble on top gets crispy.

Serving suggestions and combinations

For added flavor, you can sprinkle the crumble with powdered sugar before serving. This cake pairs perfectly with a scoop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. A fruit tea or sparkling wine will also perfectly complement the flavors of the dessert.

Frequently asked questions

1. Can I use other fruits instead of strawberries?
Yes, you can experiment with other seasonal fruits such as peaches, raspberries or blackberries.

2. How can I store the cake?
The cake keeps well in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

3. Can the cake be frozen?
Although it is recommended to eat it fresh, you can freeze individual portions of cake. Make sure it is well covered to avoid freezer burn.

Nutritional benefits

Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, helping to strengthen the immune system. In addition, this cookie also contains healthy fats from butter and nuts, which provide energy and essential nutrients.

Now that you have all the information you need, all you have to do is get cooking! Whether you make it for yourself or for your loved ones, this strawberry meringue crumble crumble cake is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: Dough: 6 egg yolks, 5 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons oil, 200 g butter, 6 tablespoons sour cream, grated zest of one lemon, juice of 1/2 lemon, 1 teaspoon lemon essence, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 packet baking powder, flour as needed (about 600g), 1 pinch salt. Filling: 300 g strawberries, 3 tablespoons semolina. Meringue: 6 egg whites, 5 tablespoons sugar, juice of 1/2 lemon, 6 tablespoons ground walnuts, 2 tablespoons flour, 2 packets vanilla sugar.