STRAWBERRY CREAM CAKE

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"I can't tell you how many times I've made everyone 'ooh' and 'aah' when they see this beautiful dessert. It is wonderful for any occasion."-Agnes DeLeon, Melrose, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons water
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups whole fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. , In another bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in the lemon juice, oil and water. Combine flour and salt; add to yolk mixture., Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold a fourth of the egg whites into the batter, then fold in remaining whites. , Gently spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Cut through batter with a knife to remove air pockets. Bake on the lowest oven rack at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour. , In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. , Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan; remove cake. , Cut into three horizontal layers. Place one layer on a serving plate; top with some of the whipped cream and sliced strawberries. Repeat. Top with remaining cake layer; spread remaining whipped cream over top and sides of cake. Arrange remaining sliced berries on sides of cake. , Cut whole berries in half; arrange on cake top. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 160mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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