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Fluffy Strawberry Champagne Layer Cake

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A light and airy layered cake infused with champagne and fresh strawberries, perfect for elegant celebrations and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 ½ tsp (12g) baking powder
  • ½ tsp (3g) salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180ml) champagne or sparkling wine
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp (25g) sugar (for macerating strawberries)
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) champagne or sparkling wine (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Let macerate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  3. Whisk together sifted flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down bowl sides as needed.
  6. In a small bowl, combine champagne, milk, and vanilla extract.
  7. Alternately add dry ingredients and champagne mixture to butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix on low speed just until combined.
  8. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Tap pans gently to release air bubbles.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cakes should spring back lightly when pressed.
  10. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto cooling racks. Cool completely before assembling.
  11. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 15 minutes. Whip heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
  12. Gradually add powdered sugar, then fold in champagne and vanilla extract. Continue whipping to stiff peaks.
  13. Level cake layers with serrated knife if needed.
  14. Place first layer on serving plate, spread whipped champagne frosting generously, then spoon half the macerated strawberries on top.
  15. Repeat with second layer. Frost top and sides smoothly.
  16. Garnish with whole strawberries or edible flowers as desired.
  17. Optional: Brush cake layers lightly with champagne before frosting for extra moisture.

Notes

Use dry or brut champagne for best flavor. Avoid overmixing batter to keep cake light. Chill tools and cream well for perfect whipped frosting. Macerate strawberries to enhance flavor and moisture. Brush layers with champagne for extra moisture. Cake is best served within 24 hours but can be refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen (unfrosted) for up to 1 month.

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Keywords: strawberry cake, champagne cake, layered cake, elegant dessert, celebration cake, fluffy cake, whipped cream frosting

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