How to Make a Japanese Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
In Japan, strawberry shortcake is a popular dessert enjoyed during celebrations such as birthdays, graduations, and Christmas. This Japanese version features a light and fluffy sponge cake topped with layers of cream and strawberries. In this recipe, you will learn how to make the cake using room temperature eggs and a hot water bath to achieve the perfect texture. The cake is then filled and decorated with whipped cream and fresh strawberries for a delightful finish. It's not overly sweet, making it a great choice for those who prefer a lighter dessert. Follow along and recreate this classic strawberry shortcake at home. Don't forget to tag us on Instagram when you make it!
Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- Warm water
- 40g milk
- 40g butter
- 95g sugar
- Honey
- Cake flour
- 500g heavy cream
- 75g sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries
Cooking steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Fold a parchment paper into a triangle, then cut a circle that fits the bottom of your cake mold.
- Cut another strip of parchment paper to line the sides of the mold.
- Melt the butter and warm the milk in the microwave.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together room temperature eggs and sugar until pale in color.
- Add honey and continue whisking until the mixture forms soft peaks.
- Gradually mix in the cake flour using a rubber spatula, then fold in the warm milk and butter mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared mold and tap it on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake at 320°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the cake from the mold and let it cool.
- Whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Cut the cooled cake in half horizontally and spread a layer of whipped cream on the bottom half.
- Arrange fresh strawberries on top of the cream, then cover with another layer of whipped cream.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with more whipped cream.
- Decorate the cake with additional piped cream and strawberries.
- Enjoy this simple and delicious strawberry shortcake, perfect for any special occasion or just to satisfy your sweet tooth. Cheers!
