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Strawberry Charlotte Cake

Strawberry Charlotte Cake is a light and fruity dessert, perfect for summer gatherings. It features layers of ladyfingers, rich Bavarian cream, and juicy strawberries for an unforgettable experience that’s simple to prepare.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs (50–60 grams each), separated
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Granulated sugar for topping
  • 1 cup (240 mL) whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (28 grams) salted butter, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tablespoon (9 grams) gelatin dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/3 cup (40 grams) powdered sugar, spooned and leveled
  • 1 1/2 cups (13 ounces) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 1/2 lbs. fresh strawberries, diced
  • 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
  • 3–4 tablespoons (45–60 mL) elderflower liqueur (or lemon juice)
  • 1/4 cup (30 grams) powdered sugar
  • Tiny pinch of salt
  • 1 cup (240 mL) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • Whole strawberries for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  • Whisk egg whites until frothy, gradually adding sugar to form stiff peaks.
  • Mix in egg yolks and vanilla, then incorporate sifted flour and salt gently.
  • Pipe batter onto sheets, sprinkle with sugar, and bake until golden.
  • Heat milk to simmer, whisk yolks with sugar, then combine.
  • Add butter and vanilla, dissolve gelatin, and chill for 2 hours.
  • Macerate strawberries with sugar and elderflower liqueur.
  • Whip cream and fold into Bavarian cream until smooth.
  • Layer ladyfingers, strawberries, then Bavarian cream; chill for 8 hours.
  • Prepare whipped cream and top the cake with it and whole strawberries.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing.
Piping with care will enhance visual appeal of ladyfingers.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 80