Looking for the perfect dessert to sweeten up your Valentine’s Day? This Strawberry Mousse Layer Cake is your answer! Imagine layers of light, fluffy strawberry mousse nestled between soft cake layers, creating a stunning centerpiece for your romantic dinner or special celebration. It’s a delightful treat that will impress your loved one while satisfying your sweet tooth.
This cake is not just a dessert; it’s an experience! Each slice reveals beautiful layers that look as good as they taste, making it a perfect choice for a Valentine’s gathering or even as an indulgent treat for yourself. If you love the idea of pairing it with Valentine’s cookies, this cake will definitely elevate your dessert table.
A Showstopper for Your Valentine’s Celebration
This Strawberry Mousse Layer Cake features a luscious, airy mousse made from fresh strawberries, layered between moist vanilla cake. The cake is light, refreshing, and bursting with the sweet flavor of strawberries, making it a delightful dessert that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the mousse: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined. Fold in the strawberry puree and whipped cream gently until combined.
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of strawberry mousse on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides with remaining mousse.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries on top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes (including cooling time)
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 slices
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
