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Irresistible Strawberry Chamomile Buttermilk Naked Cake

This Strawberry Chamomile Naked Cake is a beautifully rustic dessert layered with tender vanilla sponge, chamomile-infused cream, strawberry jam, and fresh strawberries. It’s light, floral, and perfect for spring and summer occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup high quality strawberry jam
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • Honey, for drizzling
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 6 chamomile tea bags
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper, then spray with cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together canola oil, yogurt, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined. Gently swirl in the strawberry jam, leaving visible streaks.
  4. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 28–30 minutes, until tops are set. Let cool for 5 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely.
  5. To make the chamomile cream: Heat 1 cup heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. Add tea bags and steep for 5–10 minutes. Chill in the fridge.
  6. In a mixer, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add chilled chamomile cream and the remaining 1 cup heavy cream. Beat until stiff peaks form. Stir in powdered sugar. Keep refrigerated.
  7. To assemble: Place the first cake layer on a serving plate. Drizzle lightly with honey. Spread 1/3 of the chamomile cream and add a layer of chopped strawberries. Repeat for the next two layers.
  8. Do not overfill with fruit to ensure the cake slices neatly. Decorate with chamomile flowers if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 day.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the jam to maintain the swirl effect.
  • Make sure the chamomile cream is well chilled before whipping to ensure stiff peaks.
  • Decorate with edible chamomile flowers for a rustic, elegant look.
  • As a naked cake, minimal frosting on the outside keeps it light and seasonal.
  • Best served the same day or stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

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