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
In a bowl, toss the strawberries with sugar and 3 tablespoons of orange juice. Let them sit for about 15-20 minutes to draw out their juices.
Step 2: Prepare the Gelatin Base
In a small saucepan, dissolve the gelatin in the remaining orange juice over low heat. Once fully dissolved, stir in the Cointreau and remove from heat.
Step 3: Assemble the Brick
Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap. Dip the ladyfingers briefly in the strawberry juice mixture, and line the bottom and sides of the pan. Layer with strawberries, drizzle some gelatin mixture, and repeat until you reach the top.
Step 4: Chill and Set
Pour any remaining gelatin mixture over the top. Fold the plastic wrap over to seal, place a light weight on top, and refrigerate overnight.
Step 5: Unmold and Finish
Gently unmold onto a serving platter. Top generously with fresh whipped cream and, if desired, a few more fresh berries or edible flowers for a touch of 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 — all those finishing touches you’ll find waiting for you at HomeandFashion.love.
A little sweet. A little soft. Entirely unforgettable.
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