FINLAND : Finnish "Moist Strawberry Short Cake" Recipe! Finnish food. Finland.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fresh strawberries

🥗Healthier: mixed berries

💰Cheaper: frozen strawberries

Mixed berries add variety and frozen strawberries are often more affordable.

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).

Grease and flour a round cake pan.

Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and milk until combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and lemon zest until soft peaks form.

Slice the cooled cake in half horizontally.

Spread a layer of whipped cream on the bottom half, then top with sliced strawberries.

Place the top half of the cake back on and cover with remaining whipped cream and strawberries.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens