Description
This stunning dessert combines a buttery vanilla cake base, a smooth cheesecake center, and a vibrant strawberry-whipped cream topping. Perfect for gatherings or special treats, it balances richness with fresh fruit flavor for a truly unforgettable bite.
Ingredients
Vanilla Butter Cake Base
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
½ cup (120ml) whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Cheesecake Layer
16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
¾ cup (90g) powdered sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Topping
2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, sliced
2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
2 tbsp (15g) powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional Garnish
Extra strawberries, sliced
1 tsp powdered sugar for dusting
Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Cake Base: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Sift flour and baking powder, then add alternately with milk. Stir in vanilla. Pour into pan and bake for 35–40 minutes. Let cool completely.
Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Pour over cooled cake base. Bake at 325°F for 45–50 minutes. Cool, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Prepare the Topping: Toss strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10–15 minutes. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the Dessert: Place cheesecake over cake base if baked separately. Top with whipped cream and strawberries.
Decorate: Pipe whipped cream around edges, arrange strawberries, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with mint if desired. Serve chilled.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese for a lump-free batter.
For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
This dessert improves in texture when chilled overnight.
You can swap strawberries with blueberries or peaches for seasonal variations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: strawberry shortcake cheesecake, creamy layered dessert, summer cake, fruit cheesecake, vanilla butter cake