Strawberry Cloud Cake Trio (Printable Version)
Chilly and soft, this strawberry cake mixes gelatin and applesauce. Whip up three simple ingredients with zero baking and you’re done.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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15 g plain gelatin powder
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313 g applesauce, unsweetened
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77 g ripe strawberries, diced into small pieces
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Grab one big piece of parchment paper and press it into an 8 or 9 cm square dish, making sure it covers the base and sides with enough extra so you can grab and pull it out later.
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Once it cools down, toss it into your stand mixer with the whisk attachment. Crank it to full power and whip around 15 minutes until it puffs up big time and feels like soft, airy whipped cream. Should hold a soft peak if you give it a lift.
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Keep it in the fridge until you're about to eat. Cut with a big sharp knife for the best look. Add some whipped topping or frosting if you feel fancy. Put any extras in the fridge.
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Scrape the fluffy mix into the pan you lined. Use a spatula to even it all out on top. Chill in the fridge for at least an hour so it firms up.
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Skip ahead and blend those diced strawberries and applesauce together in your blender. Blast it on high until you can’t see any bits left and it’s all smooth and one color.
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Move that fruity blend into a big heat-safe bowl. Sprinkle the plain gelatin evenly all over it, then grab a whisk and stir it in good—it'll start thickening up quick.
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Set the bowl over a pot with water gently simmering—don’t let the bowl hit the water below. Mix until everything thins out, the gelatin’s clear, and it’s warm (not hot). Never let it boil. Take off the heat and leave for 10 minutes to cool off.
# Additional Notes:
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Stick with fresh strawberries for the fluffiest possible treat. Frozen berries just make things too runny and heavy.
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Sweetened applesauce messes with the mix—it won't whip up right. Go for 100% unsweetened.
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Want perfect texture? Make it a day ahead so it gets nice and set in the fridge.
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This dessert is crazy light, easy on calories, and feels super airy. It's nothing like regular cake—expect clouds, not crumbs.