Strawberries And Cream Sponge (Printable)
Airy sponge layered with whipped cream and fresh strawberries; chilled for best texture.
# What You Need:
→ Sponge Cake
01 - 4 large eggs, at room temperature
02 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Filling & Topping
06 - 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
07 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 14 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
10 - 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (optional, for extra flavor)
11 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, and salt with an electric mixer on high speed for 5 to 7 minutes, until thick, pale, and tripled in volume.
03 - Gently fold in all-purpose flour and vanilla extract using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
04 - Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until cakes are golden and resilient when pressed.
05 - Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
06 - In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form.
07 - Optional: Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam over one cooled sponge. Top with half the whipped cream and arrange half of the sliced strawberries over cream.
08 - Set second sponge on top. Spread remaining whipped cream over and decorate with remaining strawberries.
09 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Chill cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sponge is so airy it practically melts in your mouth, and no one will guess how straightforward it is to make.
- It’s a show-stopping dessert that feels as at home at a birthday party as it does with a mug of tea after dinner.
02 -
- Rushing to assemble before the sponge cools will leave you with cream slipping off the sides—patience wins here.
- Tasting the first bite at room temperature brings out every layer of flavor, so don’t serve it fridge-cold if you can help it.
03 -
- Lining pans carefully makes release seamless and leaves the sponge edges pristine for layering.
- If you want to level up, brush cooled layers with a little strawberry syrup for extra moisture and flavor.