Description
A luscious Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake with layers of light sponge, mascarpone cream, and sweet macerated strawberries, perfect for summer celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 Victorian sponge cake layers
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar (for macerating strawberries)
- Additional strawberries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare your Victorian sponge cake according to your recipe. Allow the layers to cool completely.
- Macerate the strawberries: In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh strawberries with sugar and let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Whip the cream: In another bowl, whip the mascarpone cheese and heavy cream together until soft peaks form.
- Layer the cake: Place one sponge cake layer on a serving plate, spread a generous layer of mascarpone whipped cream, and top it with a thick layer of the macerated strawberries.
- Repeat the process: Add the second sponge cake layer on top and repeat with more whipped cream and strawberries.
- Finish and chill: Top the cake with the remaining mascarpone whipped cream and add additional strawberries for decoration. Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
Best served chilled. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with berry coulis for a stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American