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Illustration of a layered strawberry shortcake with whipped cream and fresh strawberries on top
DessertsJapaneseChallenging

Strawberry Shortcake

A Japanese-style shortcake: a tender sponge that stays damp under a dome of lightly sweetened cream, layered with macerated strawberries. It is a birthday cake that never feels like a production.

Total time
2 hr 5 min
Serves
8
Steps
10
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