French Strawberry Cake

A halal French strawberry cake featuring a light sponge cake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. This elegant dessert combines European patisserie techniques with halal ingredients for a sophisticated treat perfect for special occasions.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Total Time 1

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 385

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1½ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp salt
3 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 cups halal heavy cream
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Additional whole strawberries for decoration

Method

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just incorporated - be careful not to overmix.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool completely in pans before removing.
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Reserve about one-third of cream for decorating.
Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread generous layer of whipped cream over it, then arrange sliced strawberries evenly.
Place second cake layer on top and cover entire cake with remaining cream. Decorate with whole strawberries and mint leaves.

Notes

Choose ripe but firm strawberries. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Assemble cake 2 hours before serving for best flavor. Can use coconut cream as dairy-free alternative.