Strawberry White Chocolate Cream Cake

1. Prepare the sponge cake
   Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F). Beat eggs, sugar, and salt until pale and fluffy. Fold in sifted flour and baking powder. Melt butter, heat milk, and slowly mix into batter.

2. Bake the sponge
   Line a 28×36 cm pan with parchment. Pour in batter, level, and bake for 30 minutes until golden and springy. Cool completely.

3. Make the strawberry compote
   In a saucepan, cook strawberries, sugar, vanilla sugar, and water. Dissolve cornstarch in water, stir in, and cook until thickened. Cool fully.

4. Prepare the cream layer
   Beat cream cheese until smooth. Fold in cooled, melted white chocolate until creamy.

5. Assemble the cake
   Spread compote over sponge. Add cream layer evenly. Arrange halved strawberries cut-side down on top.

6. Add the jelly topping
   Dissolve jelly in boiling water. Let cool slightly, then pour over strawberries. Chill 4 hours until set.

7. Serve
   Slice and enjoy chilled.

Nutritional Info (per slice)

• Calories: 370

• Carbs: 35 g

• Protein: 6 g

• Fat: 23 g

• Sugar: 25 g

• Fiber: 2 g

• Calcium: 8% DV

• Vitamin C: 50% DV

Serving Ideas

• Garnish with mint sprigs

• Dust sides with powdered sugar

• Pair with tea, coffee, or iced drinks

• Add whipped cream for extra indulgence

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overbaking sponge: check at 25 minutes

• Pouring hot jelly: let cool before pouring

• Skipping chilling: at least 4 hours required

• Mixing hot chocolate into cream cheese: cool first

• Not using parchment: makes cake removal difficult

Variations to Try

• Berry mix: add raspberries and blueberries

• Chocolate base: make a chocolate sponge instead

• Vegan: use plant-based cream cheese & white chocolate

• Nutty: layer with crushed almonds or hazelnuts

• Tropical: swap in mango or kiwi with matching jelly

Ingredient Spotlight: Strawberries
Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and polyphenols. Low in calories and high in water, they’re refreshing and nutritious in desserts.

Conclusion
This Strawberry White Chocolate Cream Cake combines airy sponge, smooth cream filling, and fresh strawberries in a glossy jelly finish. Elegant yet simple, it’s perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or any special occasion.