How do I whip up a heavenly stratified strawberry shortcake?

Indulge in the divine layers of our stratified strawberry shortcake recipe. A sweet sensation that will leave you craving more!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I whip up a heavenly stratified strawberry shortcake. Items include: Strawberries Heavy cream Powdered sugar Vanilla extract All-purpose flour Granulated sugar Baking powder Salt Milk Vegetable oil Eggs

Strawberries 2 pounds
Heavy cream 2 cups
Powdered sugar 1/4 cup
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
All-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups
Granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups
Baking powder 1 tablespoon
Salt a pinch
Milk 1 cup
Vegetable oil 1/2 cup
Eggs 3

Take note
Please be careful while handling sharp knives and hot oven equipment. Also, be prepared for intense cravings and possible dessert-induced euphoria.

1

Prepare the Strawberry Layers

Begin by washing and hulling 2 pounds of fresh strawberries. Slice them into thin, even layers. You can use a sharp knife or a strawberry slicer if you have one. Set them aside.

2

Make the Whipped Cream

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, whisk the ingredients together on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip, or you'll end up with butter!

3

Prepare the Cake Layers

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. In a separate mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, 3 eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

4

Bake and Assemble the Cake

Pop the cake pans into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely on wire racks. Once cooled, use a serrated knife to carefully slice each cake in half horizontally, creating four cake layers. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of whipped cream on top. Add a layer of sliced strawberries, then another layer of cake and repeat the process until all layers are used. Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and a few strawberries on top for garnish.