12/18/2024
Strawberry Shortcake with Red Velvet Base 🍓❤️🎂
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Cake Base:
1 box red velvet cake mix (or your favorite homemade recipe) 🎂
Ingredients listed on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
For the Whipped Cream:
2 cups heavy whipping cream 🥛
1/3 cup powdered sugar 🍬
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
For the Strawberries:
1 lb (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 🍓
2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
1 teaspoon lemon juice 🍋
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh mint leaves 🌿
Extra strawberry slices 🍓
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Red Velvet Cake Base:
Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions.
Prepare the cake batter as instructed on the box.
Bake in a 9x13-inch pan or two 8-inch round pans, depending on your serving preference. Allow the cake to cool completely.
2️⃣ Sweeten the Strawberries:
Combine the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice in a bowl.
Let them sit for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their natural juices.
3️⃣ Whip the Cream:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
4️⃣ Assemble the Strawberry Shortcake:
If you baked the cake in a 9x13-inch pan, cut it into squares. For round pans, slice the cake layers in half horizontally.
Place one layer of red velvet cake on a serving plate.
Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the cake.
Add a layer of macerated strawberries on top.
Repeat the layers if using multiple cake layers.
5️⃣ Garnish and Serve:
Top with additional whipped cream and strawberries. Add fresh mint leaves for a pop of color if desired.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8-12
This Strawberry Shortcake with Red Velvet Base is a showstopper dessert that combines rich, velvety flavors with refreshing strawberries. Perfect for impressing your guests! 🍓✨