This Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Cake blends soft vanilla cake, fluffy cheesecake filling, and a glossy fresh strawberry topping into one irresistible dessert. It’s a beautiful center-stage treat that’s perfect for spring gatherings, birthdays, or any time you want to impress without going overboard.

Ingredients

For the Vanilla Cake Layer:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

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• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup whole milk

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For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 16 oz cream cheese (softened)

• ¾ cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup cold heavy whipping cream

For the Strawberry Topping:

• 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (hulled and sliced)

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• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (mixed)

Instructions

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