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Strawberry Brita Cake

Makes
Servings: 8 to 12, depending on thickness of slices
Ingredients
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Ingredients

Amounts
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste, divided
  • 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • Finely grated zest of half a lemon
  • 3/4 cup (170 grams) milk, whole or lowfat, or buttermilk, well-shaken
  • 1 1/2 cups (200 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 pound (455 grams) fresh strawberries, halved or sliced
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar, divided
  • 1 cup (225 grams) heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) sour cream or creme fraiche
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting, and mint leaves, for garnish (both optional)
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