Strawberry Brick Cake

An heirloom of sweetness, simplicity, and soul.

At HomeandFashion.love, we love recipes that feel like they’ve been passed down on flour-dusted index cards, quietly shared between friends and family, each time earning a little more soul. The Strawberry Brick Cake is one of those— elegant, simple, and undeniably nostalgic.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 9 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 oz unflavored gelatin
• 1/4 cup Cointreau (or your favorite orange liqueur)
• Ladyfingers (enough to line a loaf pan)
• 1/2 cup fresh whipped cream

Method

Step 1: Macerate the Strawberries
Toss the strawberries with sugar and 3 tablespoons of orange juice. Let sit 15–20 minutes to draw out their juices.

Step 2: Prepare the Gelatin Base
In a small saucepan, dissolve gelatin in the remaining orange juice over low heat. Stir in the Cointreau, then remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the Brick
Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap. Dip ladyfingers briefly in the strawberry juice mixture and line the bottom and sides. Add a layer of strawberries, drizzle gelatin mixture, and repeat until filled.

Step 4: Chill and Set
Pour any remaining gelatin over the top. Fold the wrap to seal, place a light weight on top, and refrigerate overnight.

Step 5: Unmold and Finish
Gently unmold onto a platter. Top with whipped cream and, if desired, more berries or edible flowers for charm.

The Secret

This cake is more than dessert. It’s a quiet showstopper—perfect for a garden luncheon, a slow Sunday afternoon, or a celebratory table. And as always, we recommend serving it on a linen-covered table, with vintage plates and delicate glassware—those finishing touches that make every gathering a sanctuary.

A little sweet. A little soft. Entirely unforgettable.

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