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Judy John

Strawberry Shortcake Theme Birthday Cake Recipe

This strawberry shortcake theme birthday cake combines soft layers, fresh strawberries, and creamy frosting into a festive, eye-catching dessert perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Layers
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
  • 1 tsp baking powder
Filling and Frosting
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup strawberry puree
  • Decorations as needed

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • Oven
  • Cooling Rack
  • Piping Bags

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare cake pans. Keep tools ready for assembly later.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This creates a soft cake texture.
  3. Add eggs and milk, mixing gently. Maintain a smooth batter without overmixing.
  4. Fold in flour, baking powder, and strawberries evenly. Divide batter into pans.
  5. Bake until golden and set. Cool completely before stacking to prevent sliding.
  6. Layer, frost, and decorate the cake. Adjust details to create a themed birthday design.

Notes

For softer texture, avoid overmixing and slightly underbake. For firmer layers, bake longer. Chill before decorating for stability. Customize colors and flavors easily. Store covered in the refrigerator up to three days for freshness.