This Strawberry Jelly Cream Cake is the perfect light and summery treat! It’s not only 100% vegan but can also be made gluten-free for those of you who are sensitive! Imagine an airy sponge cake as a base, followed by a fluffy cream layer, topped with a delicious fruity strawberry layer that’s surrounded by jelly – are you drooling yet? 🙂
While the taste of this Strawberry Jelly Cream Cake is spot on and a solid 10/10 the presentation is rather difficult. Despite the fact that I used a round cake tin to layer this cake I think it’ll be much easier to use a square baking dish to even out the layers a bit and make it more stable for presentation. I’ll definitely do that next time I make this cake which should be very soon as it’s just heavenly! 🙂
If you’re wondering how on earth one might achieve a jelly layer without the use of gelatin, let me tell you it’s actually super easy. There are numerous plant-based thickening agents that will achieve exactly the same result, just without the nasty animal stuff in it. The secret is seaweed! Agar agar flakes/powder or carrageenan both work perfectly fine in this recipe, without leaving a weird taste.
If you decide to give this Strawberry Jelly Cream Cake a try, let me know! Leave a comment and rate it – it’s so helpful to me and other readers. And don’t forget to take a picture and tag me (@thetastyk) and #thetastyk on Instagram! I love seeing what you come up with. Love and enjoy! ♥
- Vanilla Sponge Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gf all-purpose flour)
- ¼ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup non-dairy milk
- 3 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp oil (neutral tasting)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Whipped Cream:- 1 15oz can full fat coconut cream, chilled (the firm part only)
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Jelly:- 500g strawberries, halved
- 300ml natural grape juice
- 1 Tbsp plant-based thickener (I used carrageenan powder, but agar agar powder will also work)
- Combine the dry cake ingredients in a large bowl and the wet ingredients in another small bowl. Pour the wet into the dry ingredients and combine with a spatula (be careful not to over mix). Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a square baking dish with parchment paper (make sure that the parchment hangs over on the sides so you can use it as handles). Pour the batter into the baking dish and spread evenly. Place into the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean, then remove from the oven and let cool down.
- In the meantime, prepare the whipped cream. Take your chilled coconut cream out of the fridge and scoop the firm part into a medium-sized bowl. Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract and use a hand mixer to whisk everything together until fluffy, then place back into the fridge to firm up.
- Once the cake has cooled down completely, spread the whipped cream in an even layer on top and place into the fridge. Wash, de-stem and halve your strawberries and arrange them on top of the cream, pressing down slightly. Place back into the fridge.
- For the jelly, place all ingredients into a small saucepan or pot and whisk together. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 seconds, then take off the heat. Let the jelly mixture cool down a bit, whisking constantly so it doesn’t firm up. You want it to be warm to the touch but not hot, so it won’t immediately melt the whipped cream. Pour it over the strawberries in an even layer and immediately place back in the fridge for 45 minutes - 2 hours to firm up, then serve!
Can you tell me if you use Concord grape juice ?
sorry I don’t know that brand 🙂 I just used regular 100% natural grape juice
Concord is the type of grape. Was it white grape or Concord grape? Just wondering because Concord grape has a very distinct flavor and I don’t want to over power it. Thank you!