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Delicious White Chocolate Strawberry Cake with fluffy layers and rich mousse.

White Chocolate Strawberry Cake

A soft and sturdy white cake layered with a fresh strawberry filling and creamy white chocolate mousse, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the White Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All purpose flour For the cake layers
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder For leavening the cake
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened Must be at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar
  • 4 large Egg whites For a true white crumb
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Milk or buttermilk Buttermilk gives a softer texture
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups Chopped strawberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust based on sweetness of berries
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice For brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mixed with water to thicken the mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Water To mix with cornstarch
For the White Chocolate Mousse
  • 8 oz White chocolate Melted and cooled
  • 2 cups Whipped cream
  • 4 oz Cream cheese Optional, for stability
For Frosting or Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped cream For topping, optional

Method
 

Preparation of Cake Layers
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line two 8-inch or 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg whites gradually to the creamed mixture, followed by the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry mix and milk, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake layers to cool completely before filling.
Strawberry Filling Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine chopped strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Cook until the strawberries are juicy.
  2. Mix cornstarch with a splash of water to form a slurry and add to the pan, cooking until the mixture thickens.
  3. Let the filling cool completely before using.
White Chocolate Mousse Preparation
  1. Melt the white chocolate gently and allow it to cool until not hot.
  2. Fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream until fully combined.
  3. If desired, add cream cheese for extra stability.
Assembly
  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
  2. Pipe a ring of mousse around the edge of the cake layer to create a barrier.
  3. Spoon the cooled strawberry filling into the center.
  4. Top with more mousse, then add the second cake layer on top.
  5. Chill the assembled cake for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Finishing Touch
  1. Frost the top with whipped cream or simply top with additional strawberries.

Notes

Keep room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Chill cake layers for easier handling when stacking. This cake tastes even better the day after it's made.