INGREDIENTS
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STRAWBERRY FILLING:
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1 1/2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
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6 Tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 Tablespoon water
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
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CAKE:
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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5 large eggs, at room temperature
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
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CREAM FILLING:
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1 cup heavy cream, chilled
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4 ozs mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
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2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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GARNISHES (optional):
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Powdered sugar
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Additional whipped cream
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Sliced strawberries