"Unlock the Secret: Homemade Olive Garden Strawberry Cream Cake That Impresses Every Time!"

Simple Recipe Box

Welcome back to the Simple Recipe Box podcast, where we dive into the joy of home cooking. I’m your host, Ben Harper, and today we’re unlocking the secret to making a showstopper dessert that’s sure to impress: the Olive Garden Strawberry Cream Cake.

Imagine a dessert that combines moist sponge, luscious cream, and fresh strawberries. That’s what we’re making today. So, let’s start with what you need for this delightful cake.

For the cake itself, you’ll need all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, unsalted butter, whole milk, eggs, and pure vanilla extract. Moving on to the strawberry filling, you'll need fresh strawberries, more sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. And for that perfect whipped cream topping, just heavy cream, a bit of sugar, and vanilla extract.

Now, let’s talk about the steps. First, preheat your oven to 350°F and prep your cake pans. Whisk together your dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the softened butter, then gradually mix in your dry ingredients, followed by the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Once your batter is smooth, divide it evenly among the pans and smooth the tops.

Bake for about 25-30 minutes. While the cakes are baking, let’s get the filling ready. Combine your strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook this over medium heat until the mixture thickens. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Let it cool to room temperature.

For the whipped cream, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add sugar and vanilla and keep beating until stiff peaks form.

Once everything is prepared and cooled, it’s time to assemble. Layer the cakes with the strawberry filling and whipped cream, creating a beautiful tier of flavors.

And here are a few pro tips to make sure your cake is perfect: use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter, ensure your whipped cream is whipped just right for that fluffy texture, and if you’re looking for that extra touch, garnish with fresh strawberries.

Storing this cake is simple. Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge, and it’ll stay fresh. Planning to make it ahead? Bake the layers and make the filling a day in advance, and just whip the cream and assemble on the day you need it.

So, there you have it, folks—a beautiful, delicious Olive Garden Strawberry Cream Cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, a family gathering, or just a weekend treat, this cake is sure to dazzle your guests.

Thanks for tuning in to the Simple Recipe Box podcast. I hope you feel inspired to try this recipe out. Happy baking, and see you next time for more tasty adventures!

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