Description
Indulge in the delightful Small Batch Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake Cake, a perfect treat for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. This scrumptious cake features a light and fluffy gluten-free base layered with fresh strawberries and rich whipped frosting, making it a heavenly dessert for any occasion. With its simple preparation and mouthwatering flavor, you’ll impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth without any hassle. Perfectly portioned for four servings, this recipe reduces waste while ensuring everyone can enjoy a slice of this luscious delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150 g plain gluten-free flour blend
- 20 g almond flour
- 150 g caster sugar
- 1 ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp xanthan gum
- ¼ tsp salt
- 85 g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 medium egg, room temperature
- 135 g whole milk, room temperature
- ½ tsp vanilla bean paste
- 320 g strawberries, halved or quartered
- 50 g caster sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla bean paste
- 230 g cold heavy cream
- 115 g cold cream cheese
- 80 g powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free flour blend, almond flour, caster sugar, baking powder, xanthan gum (if needed), and salt.
- Cut in softened butter until crumbly. Add egg, whole milk, and vanilla bean paste; combine until smooth.
- Pour batter into an 8-inch cake pan and bake for about 15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake completely.
- Combine strawberries with sugar and lemon juice; let sit to release juices.
- Beat cold heavy cream with cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste.
- Slice the cool cake into two layers and layer with frosting and strawberries.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 313
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 163mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 59mg