Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Cake is a stunning dessert that combines two all-time favorites into one unforgettable treat. Moist strawberry cake layers sandwich a rich, creamy cheesecake center, all finished with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. This cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, potlucks, or any special occasion where you want a dessert that truly impresses. Despite its elegant appearance, it’s made step by step and is completely achievable for home bakers.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Layer
- Two 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
- ⅔ cup granulated white sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Cake
- 10 ounces frozen whole strawberries
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 6 large egg whites
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups cake flour
- 1¾ cups granulated white sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- Red food coloring, optional
Frosting
- 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup strawberry puree
- 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
- 2 to 3 cups powdered sugar
Decor
- Fresh strawberries
- White chocolate slivers
Instructions
Cheesecake Layer
- Preheat oven to 325°F and spray a 9-inch springform pan
- Beat cream cheese until smooth
- Mix in sugar and salt until fully combined
- Add eggs one at a time
- Blend in sour cream, whipping cream, and vanilla
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 45 minutes
- Cool for 1 hour, then freeze 4 to 5 hours or overnight
Strawberry Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch cake pans
- Microwave strawberries until juicy and strain
- Reduce strawberry juice to ¼ cup and mix with milk
- Whisk in egg whites and vanilla
- Combine dry ingredients in a bowl
- Blend in butter until crumbly
- Add liquid mixture in two additions
- Tint with food coloring if desired
- Divide batter into pans and bake 20 to 25 minutes
- Cool completely
Frosting
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth
- Mix in vanilla, strawberry puree, and cream
- Gradually add powdered sugar until spreadable
Assembly
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate
- Add a thin layer of frosting
- Place frozen cheesecake layer on top
- Frost lightly and add second cake layer
- Apply crumb coat and chill 30 minutes
- Finish frosting and decorate as desired
Notes
- Serve chilled or slightly softened for clean slices
- Use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts
- Refrigerate leftovers tightly covered for up to 4 days
- Freeze slices individually wrapped for up to 2 months