Description

This Strawberry Mint Split Cake is a sweet and airy dessert layered with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a cool hint of mint. It’s the perfect treat for spring or summer — kind of like a strawberry shortcake’s fancier, minty cousin.

Ingredients

(Serves 8–10)

🧁 For the sponge cake:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
4 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp milk

🍓 For the filling & topping:

2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
2 tbsp sugar (for macerating berries)
1 tbsp chopped fresh mint (or more to taste)
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: Extra mint leaves + whole strawberries for garnish

Instructions

🍰 1. Bake the sponge cake:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat eggs and sugar with an electric mixer on high until pale and fluffy (about 5–6 minutes).
Gently fold in the dry ingredients, vanilla, and milk until just combined.
Pour into pan and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely, then slice horizontally into two layers (or use two smaller pans for easier layering).

🍓 2. Prep the strawberries:

Toss the sliced strawberries with sugar and chopped mint. Let sit for 15–30 minutes to get juicy and flavorful.

🍦 3. Make the whipped cream:

In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.

🧁 4. Assemble the cake:

Place the bottom cake layer on a serving plate.
Spread with half the whipped cream, then spoon over half the strawberry-mint mixture.
Add the second cake layer, then top with remaining whipped cream and strawberries.
Garnish with whole strawberries and fresh mint leaves if you like.

Chill & Serve:

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
Slice and enjoy chilled!

Notes

Use store-bought pound cake or sponge cake if short on time.
Add a splash of lime juice to the strawberry mix for a mojito twist.
Want it more decadent? Add a layer of mascarpone or cream cheese frosting beneath the whipped cream.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min