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Midsommar Strawberry Dream Cake: Easy Nordic Summer Recipe

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Midsommar Strawberry Dream Cake: Easy Nordic Summer Recipe

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Midsommar Strawberry Dream Cake: Easy Nordic Summer Recipe

Name: Midsommar Strawberry Dream Cake: Easy Nordic Summer Recipe
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Nordic
Ingredients: 3 layers Sponge Cake Layers (Pre-baked, 20 cm diameter); 600 ml Heavy Cream (Cold, for whipping); 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar (Adjust to taste); 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Good quality); 1 kg Fresh Strawberries (Washed, hulled, some sliced for filling, some whole for decoration); 1/2 cup Simple Syrup (Optional, for moistening cake layers (mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1/2 cup water, heat until sugar dissolves, cool))

Celebrate Midsommar with this beautiful and delicious strawberry dream cake! This video showcases the quick and delightful assembly of a classic Nordic summer dessert, featuring fluffy cake layers, fresh whipped cream, and an abundance of ripe strawberries. Perfect for a festive gathering or a sweet treat.

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Beautiful Midsommar Cake with Strawberries and Flowers

Recipe Information

35m

Prep Time

Cook Time

1h 5m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Nordic

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

Protein

50g

Carbs

28g

Fat

Close-up of the Layered Strawberry Cake

Ingredients

Sponge Cake Layers
(Pre-baked, 20 cm diameter)
3 layers
Heavy Cream
(Cold, for whipping)
600 ml

Powdered Sugar
(Adjust to taste)
1 cup
Vanilla Extract
(Good quality)
1 teaspoon
Fresh Strawberries
(Washed, hulled, some sliced for filling, some whole for decoration)
1 kg
Simple Syrup
(Optional, for moistening cake layers (mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1/2 cup water, heat until sugar dissolves, cool))
1 cup

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Assembling Layers with Cream and Strawberries

Instructions

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Prepare the cake layers. If desired, brush each layer lightly with simple syrup to moisten.
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Prepare the cake layers. If desired, brush each layer lightly with simple syrup to moisten.
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Ensure cake layers are completely cooled before assembly to prevent melting the cream.
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In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
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In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
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Use a chilled bowl and whisk attachment for best results when whipping cream.

3
Wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Slice about two-thirds of the strawberries for the filling, reserving the remaining whole strawberries for decoration.
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Wash and hull the fresh strawberries. Slice about two-thirds of the strawberries for the filling, reserving the remaining whole strawberries for decoration.
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Use firm, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
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Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of whipped cream evenly over the layer, then arrange a portion of the sliced strawberries on top of the cream.
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Place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a generous amount of whipped cream evenly over the layer, then arrange a portion of the sliced strawberries on top of the cream.
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Leave a small border around the edges to prevent cream from overflowing when adding the next layer.
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Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the strawberries and cream. Repeat the process: spread cream and arrange more sliced strawberries.
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Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the strawberries and cream. Repeat the process: spread cream and arrange more sliced strawberries.
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Try to align the layers for an even cake structure.

6
Place the final cake layer on top. Cover the entire cake, including the top and sides, with the remaining whipped cream. Decorate the top with the reserved whole strawberries and any desired fresh flowers.
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Place the final cake layer on top. Cover the entire cake, including the top and sides, with the remaining whipped cream. Decorate the top with the reserved whole strawberries and any desired fresh flowers.
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For a smooth finish, use an offset spatula or a cake scraper. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving.

💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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Midsommar Strawberry Dream Cake: Easy Nordic Summer Recipe

Midsommar Strawberry Dream Cake: Easy Nordic Summer Recipe

Recipe Information

Ingredients

Sponge Cake Layers(Pre-baked, 20 cm diameter)

Heavy Cream(Cold, for whipping)

Powdered Sugar(Adjust to taste)

Vanilla Extract(Good quality)

Fresh Strawberries(Washed, hulled, some sliced for filling, some whole for decoration)

Simple Syrup(Optional, for moistening cake layers (mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1/2 cup water, heat until sugar dissolves, cool))

Servings: 8

Instructions

Prepare the cake layers. If desired, brush each layer lightly with simple syrup to moisten.Preview2mPreviewPrepare the cake layers. If desired, brush each layer lightly with simple syrup to moisten.2m

In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.Preview5mPreviewIn a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.5m

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Sponge Cake Layers
(Pre-baked, 20 cm diameter)

Heavy Cream
(Cold, for whipping)

Powdered Sugar
(Adjust to taste)

Vanilla Extract
(Good quality)

Fresh Strawberries
(Washed, hulled, some sliced for filling, some whole for decoration)

Simple Syrup
(Optional, for moistening cake layers (mix 1/4 cup sugar with 1/2 cup water, heat until sugar dissolves, cool))

Prepare the cake layers. If desired, brush each layer lightly with simple syrup to moisten.
Preview
2m
Preview
Prepare the cake layers. If desired, brush each layer lightly with simple syrup to moisten.
2m

In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Preview
5m
Preview
In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
5m