Mango and Strawberry Cake with Vanilla Cream Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Mango and Strawberry Filling:

• 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 1/2 cups fresh mango, peeled and diced
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Vanilla Cream Frosting:

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Making the Cake:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Preparing the Mango and Strawberry Filling:

1. Combine Fruits: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, diced mango, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Mix well and let sit for at least 15 minutes to macerate.

Making the Vanilla Cream Frosting:

1. Whip Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken.
2. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

Assembling the Cake:

1. Layer the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of the mango and strawberry filling on top.
2. Add Second Layer: Place the second cake layer on top of the filling.
3. Frost the Cake: Spread the vanilla cream frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
4. Garnish: Garnish with additional slices of strawberries and mango if desired.

Chill and Serve:

1. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.
2. Serve: Slice and serve chilled.

Enjoy your delicious Mango and Strawberry Cake with Vanilla Cream!