Description
Experience the delightful blend of flavors in our Strawberry Chamomile Naked Cake, a dessert that embodies the essence of spring. This visually stunning cake features layers of fluffy, moist cake infused with chamomile tea and fresh strawberries topped with a luscious chamomile cream. Perfect for celebrations or intimate gatherings, this cake is not only simple to assemble but also an impressive centerpiece that will leave your guests in awe. With its light texture and refreshing taste, it’s a versatile treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup high-quality strawberry jam
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- Honey for drizzling
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 6 chamomile tea bags
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a mixer, combine canola oil, Greek yogurt, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Gently swirl in strawberry jam.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for five minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- For the chamomile cream: Heat one cup of heavy cream until simmering; steep tea bags for about ten minutes. Chill mixture completely.
- Beat cream cheese until fluffy; add chilled cream and remaining heavy cream. Whip until stiff peaks form and stir in powdered sugar.
- Assemble the cake by layering each cake with honey drizzle, chamomile cream, and sliced strawberries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg