Strawberry Cake Taco
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Category
Dessert/Cake
Cuisine
American
Servings
8-10
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
28 minutes
Calories
320
Welcome back to our channel, where today we're shaking up the dessert world with our innovative Strawberry Cake Taco recipe!
Imagine the softness of cake combined with the freshness of strawberries, all wrapped up in a taco-shaped delight.
This recipe is perfect for those who love to merge the world of sweets with playful presentations.
Whether you're hosting a party or just treating yourself, these Strawberry Cake Tacos are guaranteed to impress.
In this video, you'll learn:
- The secret to making the perfect soft cake rounds that will form the base of your tacos.
- How to whip up a luscious cream filling that's both light and rich.
- The best way to assemble your Strawberry Cake Tacos for a stunning visual and taste experience.
- Plus, tips and tricks to customize your tacos for any occasion!
Ingredients
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vegetable Oil: 23g
- Milk: 26g
- Cake Flour (low protein, 7-9% protein): 26g
- Granulated Sugar: 26g
- Vanilla Extract: 1 tbsp
- Lemon Juice: 1 tbsp
- Heavy Cream: 180g
- Granulated Sugar: 28g
- Fresh Strawberry Cubes
- Oven
- Mixing Bowls (at least 2 for separating eggs and mixing)
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Sifter
- Spatula
- Piping Bag with a round nozzle
- Baking Tray
- Parchment Paper or Non-stick Baking Mat
- Cooling Rack
Cake:
Filling:
Kitchen Tools
Directions
Preparing the Cake:
Separate Eggs: Carefully separate the eggs, placing whites in a clean, chilled bowl and yolks in another.
Mix Wet Ingredients: Blend vegetable oil and milk in a bowl. Sift in cake flour, then incorporate egg yolks until smooth.
Preheat Oven: Set to 302℉(150℃) and line the baking tray with parchment or a baking mat.
Making Meringue:
Whip Egg Whites: Add lemon juice, sugar, and vanilla extract to egg whites. Beat to stiff peaks with a hand mixer.
Fold: Gently fold a portion of the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture. Then, incorporate the rest, folding until just combined.
Pipe: Transfer the batter to a piping bag. Pipe small rounds (6 cm in diameter) onto the prepared tray.
Baking:
Bake: For about 28 minutes or until golden. Let cool on a rack.
Preparing Filling:
Whip Cream: Beat heavy cream and sugar to stiff peaks. Transfer to a piping bag.
Assembling Strawberry Cake Tacos:
Shape and Fill: Gently fold each cake round to form a taco shape. Pipe whipped cream inside, add strawberry cubes, then cover with more whipped cream. Garnish with a strawberry piece.
Recipe Video
Recipe Note
Notes and Tips:
- Egg Whites: Ensure the bowl is completely dry and grease-free for the best volume.
- Folding: Use a spatula to fold gently to keep the mixture airy.
- Cooling: Let the cake rounds cool completely to prevent the cream from melting during assembly.
- Serving: Assemble close to serving time to maintain the best texture.
Enjoy crafting these delightful Strawberry Cake Tacos, a unique twist on traditional desserts that promise to be a hit at any gathering or as a special treat for yourself.
