A layered strawberry jelly cake with a light sponge base, creamy middle, and glossy strawberry topping — elegant, refreshing, and visually stunning.
Sponge Base:
3 eggs
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup cake flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Cream Layer (Optional):
8 oz cream cheese or mascarpone
¾ cup whipping cream
⅓ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla or lemon zest
Strawberry Jelly Topping:
1½ cups sliced strawberries
1 packet strawberry gelatin (or 2½ tsp plain gelatin + 1½ cups strawberry juice)
1 tbsp lemon juice
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line and prepare an 8″ or 9″ springform pan.
Whip eggs and sugar until pale and thick. Gently fold in dry ingredients and vanilla.
Bake sponge for 18–20 mins. Cool in pan.
Whip cream cheese with sugar and vanilla. Fold in whipped cream. Spread over sponge. Chill 30 mins.
Arrange strawberry slices over cream layer.
Prepare gelatin and let cool to room temp. Gently pour over fruit.
Chill 4+ hours or overnight. Release from pan and serve chilled.
Use clear gelatin with real juice for best flavor.
For dairy-free, swap cream layer with coconut cream.
Top with mint or edible flowers for visual appeal.