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Easy Dreamy Strawberry Cream Cake Recipe

Indulge in this breathtaking Easy Dreamy Strawberry Cream Cake! Made with a store-bought white cake for ultimate convenience, this recipe highlights the vibrant sweetness of fresh strawberries in a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, this show-stopping dessert is best enjoyed when strawberries are at their peak ripeness. The creamy frosting and juicy strawberries create a symphony of flavors, and it's even better served with a scoop of strawberry ice cream! Prepare to impress your guests with this stunningly simple yet elegant cake.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1184.8 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Easy Dreamy Strawberry Cream Cake

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How to Make Easy Dreamy Strawberry Cream Cake

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine 1 pint (approximately 2 cups) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon kirsch (optional).
  2. Set aside for 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the strawberries to release their juices and macerate.
  3. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the most attractive strawberry slices for decorating the top of the cake.
  4. To make the frosting/filling:
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, softened, with 2 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
  6. Reduce mixer speed to medium and gradually add 1 cup heavy cream. Beat until the mixture begins to thicken. Increase speed to high and beat until soft peaks form (about 2-2 1/2 minutes).
  7. Do not overmix.
  8. Assemble the cake:
  9. Place one layer of your prepared white cake on a serving plate or cake stand. Fill the center with half of the macerated strawberries, arranging them in an attractive pattern.
  10. Carefully spread half of the cream cheese frosting evenly over the strawberries, leaving about 1/2 inch of space from the edges.
  11. Top with the second cake layer and gently press down.
  12. Repeat with the remaining macerated strawberries and frosting.
  13. Decorate the top of the cake with the reserved strawberry slices.
  14. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, if desired.
  15. Slice into wedges and serve immediately with a scoop of strawberry ice cream.
  16. Refrigerate any leftover cake. Note that it is best served on the day it is made.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

413g

Fat

112g

Carbs

53g

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