Strawberry Disaster Cake

Dive into the sweet chaos of the Strawberry Disaster Cake, a show-stopping dessert that’s as playful as it is delicious. This whimsical treat features layers of moist vanilla cake studded with juicy, fresh strawberries, sandwiching a luscious combination of strawberry jam and homemade whipped cream. The signature "disaster" look is achieved with a deliberately messy cascade of whipped cream and drizzled strawberry jam, giving this cake its unique charm. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, it’s a celebration of fresh, vibrant flavors with a touch of artistic imperfection. With easy-to-follow instructions and just 30 minutes of prep time, the Strawberry Disaster Cake is an irresistible choice for strawberry lovers and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 cups Fresh strawberries, diced
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cups Strawberry jam
• 1 cup Fresh strawberries for topping

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the 2 cups of diced strawberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert them onto wire racks to cool completely.

Step 9

While the cakes cool, make the whipped cream. In a cold mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar together on high speed until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 10

Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of strawberry jam on top, followed by a thick layer of whipped cream.

Step 11

Top with the second cake layer. Spread more whipped cream on top, letting it spill messily down the sides for the 'disaster' aesthetic.

Step 12

Scatter the remaining fresh strawberries on top and drizzle additional strawberry jam over the cake for an extra messy, but delicious, finish.

Step 13

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Enjoy the sweet, chaotic fun of your Strawberry Disaster Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2131.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5530.5

Total Fat 255.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 150.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1400.8mg	0%
Sodium 2566.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 743.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 525.8g
Protein 61.6g	0%

Vitamin D 267.4IU	0%
Calcium 559.7mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1675.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 53.9%