Red Velvet Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
If you're looking for a show-stopping dessert to impress your guests, then look no further than this delicious Red Velvet Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This cake is the perfect combination of classic red velvet cake, juicy strawberries, and creamy frosting. Plus, it's easy to make and will leave your guests wanting more!
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
For the frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
For the cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, and eggs until well combined. Gradually add in flour mixture, alternating with buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Fold in chopped strawberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on wire racks.
For the frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until well combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and chopped strawberries.
- Refrigerate frosting for 30 minutes before assembling cake.
To assemble the cake:
- Place one cake layer on a cake stand or plate. Spread a layer of frosting over the top of the cake.
- Repeat with remaining cake layers and frosting, ending with a layer of frosting on top.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired.
- Refrigerate cake for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion
This Red Velvet Strawberry Shortcake Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. The combination of red velvet cake and strawberries is a match made in heaven, and the creamy frosting ties it all together. Plus, it's easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. Give it a try and impress your guests with this delicious dessert!