Strawberries and Cream Cheesecake Cake
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Layer:
– 24 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Cake Layers:
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp baking soda
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup strawberry puree
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– Powdered sugar (to taste)
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
For Garnish:
– Fresh strawberries
– Strawberry sauce (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan for the cheesecake and two 9-inch round cake pans for the strawberry cake.
2. Make the Cheesecake Layer:
– In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
– Add sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
– Pour the cheesecake batter into the springform pan and bake for 60-70 minutes.
– Once done, let it cool in the oven. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
3. Make the Strawberry Cake Layers:
– In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
– In another bowl, beat together butter, sugar, eggs, sour cream, milk, vanilla, and strawberry puree until well-mixed.
– Split the batter between the two cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
– After baking, let them cool completely on a wire rack.
4. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
– Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy.
5. Assemble the Cake:
– Start with one strawberry cake layer on a plate. Spread some frosting on top.
– Place the chilled cheesecake layer on top, then add another layer of frosting.
– Add the second strawberry cake layer and frost the entire cake.
6. Garnish and Serve:
– Top with fresh strawberry halves and drizzle with strawberry sauce if you like.
– Slice and serve chilled.
Enjoy every bite of this delightful Strawberries and Cream Cheesecake Cake! It’s perfect for any special occasion or celebration!
