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This airy Strawberry Angel Cake mixes fluffy angel food cake with juicy strawberries and fluffy whipped cream for a fancy yet simple sweet treat. It's just right for summer get-togethers, showing off natural sweetness while staying delightfully airy.
During our family's Mother's Day lunch, even my grandma who usually skips dessert ate a whole piece, saying how refreshing it was. The bright red berries next to the white layers make everyone think you're a pro baker.
Key Components
- Angel food cake: Airy, thirsty foundation (1 from the store)
- Fresh strawberries: The main attraction (2 lbs juicy ones)
- Heavy cream: Fluffy topping (2 cups)
- Granulated sugar: Softens the berries (3 tbsp)
- Powdered sugar: Keeps cream firm (3 tbsp)
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How To Make It
- Step 1: Ready the strawberries
- Cut berries into slices, mix with sugar, rest for 30 mins
- Step 2: Make the cream
- Whip cold cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form
- Step 3: Prepare the cake
- Use a bread knife to cut into 3 layers across
- Step 4: Build it up
- Stack cake, strawberries with their juice, and whipped cream
- Step 5: Top it off
- Place leftover berries in a circle pattern on top
Stacking Method
Put cake, berries and cream in layers, letting the juices soak through. The spongy angel food drinks up flavor but stays firm. Try to put it all together no more than 2 hours before you'll eat it.
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Ways To Enjoy
- Add fresh mint leaves on top
- Enjoy with a glass of bubbly
- Serve alongside lemon ice
- Bring extra strawberries to the table
I found out the hard way at a backyard party that whipped cream doesn't like hot weather. Now I mix in a bit of gelatin when serving outdoors, or keep it cold until right before eating.
What started as a basic dessert has turned into my go-to summer treat. That first taste of light cake, sweet berries, and creamy topping feels just like summer on a plate.
Common Questions
- → Can I make this cake ahead of time?
- You can totally prep this cake up to a day before. Just keep it in the fridge until you're ready to dig in for the best taste.
- → Can I use a homemade angel food cake instead of store-bought?
- For sure! Using your own homemade angel food cake will give this treat an extra special homemade touch.
- → Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?
- Fresh berries work best for good texture and taste, but if you've got frozen ones, just make sure they're fully thawed and drained before you add them.
- → What other fruits could I use in this recipe?
- This flexible dessert goes great with lots of fruits. You can try it with blueberries, raspberries, sliced peaches, or even mix different berries together.
- → Can I use real whipped cream instead of whipped topping?
- You bet! Just whip 2 cups of heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks, and mix in 2-3 tablespoons of powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla for flavor.