Strawberry Torte

Light and fluffy, easy and elegant. This recipe is from my Mom!

• Calories: 514 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 pint heavy whipping cream
• 11 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 (12 ounce) packages ladyfinger cookies
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen strawberries

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Strain strawberries and set aside, reserving juices. In a saucepan bring cornstarch and strawberry juice to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2

Whip cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla together.

Step 3

In a separate bowl beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.

Step 4

Arrange ladyfingers around sides and bottom of the 8 or 9 inch springform pan, standing ladyfingers lengthwise around sides of pan. Pour 1/2 of the filling into the pan, then place a layer of ladyfingers on top of filling. Pour remaining filling over ladyfingers.

Step 5

Spread strawberry sauce over top of cake and place the whole strawberries on top. Refrigerate and remove from pan once thoroughly chilled.