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Elegant Strawberry Jelly Cake – Light, Luscious & Visually Stunning

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A stunning layered dessert featuring sponge cake, fresh strawberries, and a glossy strawberry jelly top — light, fruity, and perfect for elegant gatherings.

Ingredients

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Sponge Base:

  • 2 eggs

  • ½ cup sugar

  • ½ cup flour

  • ¼ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Optional Cream Layer:

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla

  • 4 oz cream cheese or yogurt (optional)

Topping:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, halved

  • 1 package strawberry gelatin (3 oz) or homemade gelatin with purée

Homemade Gelatin:

  • 1 cup strawberry purée

  • 2 tbsp sugar

  • 2 tsp unflavored gelatin

  • 1 cup cold water

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Bake sponge cake in a springform pan. Cool completely.

  • Prepare and chill optional cream layer.

  • Arrange halved strawberries cut-side down on top.

  • Prepare gelatin and let cool to room temperature.

  • Pour gently over strawberries and chill for 4 hours.

  • Unmold and slice to serve.

Notes

  • Use agar-agar for a vegan version.

  • Best served chilled and within 1–2 days.

  • Garnish with mint, whipped cream, or edible flowers.

Find it online: https://goldenflavorstudio.com/elegant-strawberry-jelly-cake-light-luscious-visually-stunning/