Irresistible Strawberries & Cream Torte for Summer Bliss
Indulge in the delightful Irresistible Strawberries & Cream Torte for Summer Bliss, a refreshing dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This light and airy torte features a soft cake base layered with fluffy whipped cream and topped with sweet, juicy strawberries. Its stunning presentation and delicious flavor make it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering, from picnics to birthday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and softened butter until creamy, then add half the sugar and vanilla.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl; mix into the egg mixture along with milk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before transferring to a serving plate.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form; spread over cooled cake and top with sliced strawberries mixed with sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (98g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg