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Strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake

Strawberry Bavarian cream cake also known as strawberry Bavarois cake is a perfect entertaining dessert that's very impressive & luxurious. This simple, easy and effortless recipe uses a custard-based strawberry pastry cream with a velvety texture topped with a strawberry mirror glaze that sets like jello. Fresh strawberries for garnish gives this bavarian dessert a refreshing finish.

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You know how passionate I am about my desserts. I love both making as well as eating them. Back in the days when I could afford a few calories, I'd happily substitute my meal for a dessert.

Recently the kids have been asking for Bavarian cream desserts. My kids will have strawberry in anything and everything!! So while my vanilla Bavarian cream is super popular with family and friends during the year, we have to make my strawberry Bavarian cream dessert when strawberries are in season.

However, last week I had to take dessert with me for dinner. We were a total of six people.  We all were bringing something to the table so as always savory quiches, salads, and dessert is left for me. Why because my friend thinks I make the best pie crust or shortcrust pastry when it comes to pies, quiches, and tarts, and they love my salad dressing that is usually creamy but low in fat like tahini yogurt or creamy mustard. Well, desserts? you know?? I make the best desserts, right? (you already know that!)

Usually, I would make these strawberry Bavarian cream dessert cups but today I decided to make it a bit more impressive and make it a strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake.

Can we make this Eggless Strawberry Bavarian Cream?

Yes, you can make this an eggless version of the strawberry Bavarian Cream too! just replace the egg-based vanilla pastry cream for my eggless vanilla pastry cream.  You can use agar-agar instead of gelatin. I have detailed the full recipe here -Strawberry Bavarian Cream

Strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake is a perfect entertaining dessert very impressive & luxurious. Made with creamy strawberry vanilla pastry that feels like velvet on the tongue. A few extra steps in the making but your guest will be truly impressed.

Let's talk ingredients and Substitutes (Save/Pin)

  • Digestive Biscuits / Graham Crackers - I'm all for substitution but this is what helps support the Bavarian Cream, so make sure you use not just something delicious but also something sturdy. For example, those light wafer may not work well but graham crackers, even Oreo would work for this.
  • Milk - You definitely want to use whole milk, not low fat. The dessert needs to have somebody to set, low-fat milk will be very delicate and not as flavorful as regular full-fat milk.
  • Sugar - I usually prefer to use castor sugar because it dissolves quickly in desserts like these. But regular granulated sugar works just as well.
  • Cream - Again you wanna use a full fat 35 to 38% whipping cream - which will add taste and body to your Bavarian cream.
  • Gelatin - this helps set the Bavarian Cream and gives it the right texture. As I said above you can use agar-agar as well. Just follow the package instructions and prepare the agar-agar. Add it at the same stage mentioned below.
  • Strawberries - you can use frozen or fresh strawberries for this Bavaria dessert. However, do not use dried strawberries as they do not blend well.

Useful Tips and Tools

  • It is best to use a heavy bottom Sauce Panwhen making milk desserts to prevent burning.
  • I like to use a Whisk to ensure there are no lump in my pastry cream
  • Use a clean Bowl to store the finished pastry cream
  • You can use a Wooden Spoon but I prefer to use a heat resistant Spatula for stirring.
  • Use a Cling Wrapand make sure the plastic rests on the surface of the cream to prevent a skin.
  • You will need an 9-inch springform cake pan
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How to Make A Strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake aka Strawberry Bavarian Cake, Bavarois (Save/Pin)

Prepare the Biscuit Base

  • Crush the biscuits in a ziplock bag.
  • Melt the butter in a microwave.
  • Pour melted butter in the biscuits - mix well.
  • Pour the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan.
  • Use the back of a spoon to press firmly making a nice tight base.
  • Place in the fridge while you continue with the rest of the recipe.
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Prepare Strawberries for Bavarian Cream

  • Place two cups of blended strawberry in a saucepan with 2 tbsp sugar.
  • Cook on low until it is reduced to half the quantity.
  • Once done - add the gelatin and keep warm.
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Prepare Pastry Cream

  • Bring milk to almost boiling.
  • In a bowl add the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Whisk well until nice and foamy.
  • Add hot milk to the whipped eggs a few tablespoons at a time to avoid the eggs scrambling.
  • Once all the milk is incorporated into the eggs - pour the mixture back into the milk pot and cook on low heat.
  • Stir continuously until the mixture thickens to a thick custard. This will happen quickly since the number of yolks to milk is high.
    Note: Do not leave custard unattended to avoid curdling.
  • One custard is ready - add the prepared strawberry gelatin mixture.
  • Add 2 drops of pink food color if you want.
  • Strain this mixture while still warm into a clean bowl.
  • Cover with cling wrap and set aside in a warm place.
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Prepare Strawberry Mirror Glaze

  • Place blended strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat.
  • In a separate bowl combine cornstarch and water.
  • Add cornstarch mixture to the strawberries.
  • Cook on low for a minute until thick.
  • Strain and set aside - keep warm until ready to use.
  • If necessary you can warm it up to bring to consistency.
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Assemble

  • Whip the cream to a stiff peak.
  • Fold the whipped cream to the strawberry pastry cream mixture - this is Bavarian Cream.
  • Pour over the biscuit base we prepared earlier.
  • Let chill in the fridge for an hour.
  • Pour prepared warm strawberry mirror glaze over the Bavarian Cream Cake.
  • Let chill for at least another 3 to 4 hours before you.
  • Garnish with strawberries and serve.
Strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake is a perfect entertaining dessert very impressive & luxurious. Made with creamy strawberry vanilla pastry that feels like velvet on the tongue. A few extra step in the making but your guest will be truly impressed.

Frequently asked questions

How long will this strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake or Creme Bavarois keep?

This strawberry creme Bavarois will keep in the fridge for about 4 to 5 days.

Can you freeze this strawberry bavarian cream cake?

Yes, you can freeze bavarian cream for up to 2 months if wrapped well. Thaw it in the fridge overnight for best results.

Do I need to keep this strawberry Bavarian cream cake in the fridge?

Yes. Creme Bavarois contains strawberry, eggs, milk, and creams which are all perishable ingredients. Any dessert with perishable ingredients must always be kept in the fridge and usually consumed within 4 to 5 days unless otherwise mentioned.

What cream should I use for bavarian cream?

I use heavy whipping cream no less than 38% fat. If you use low-fat it dessert can have water separation which does not look pretty.

What can I flavor Bavarian cream cake with?

This is a strawberry vanilla bavarian cream that uses my vanilla bavarian cream as a base. If you want to create more bavarian creme flavors I suggest you use that recipe and suggestion mentioned in the F&Q

Can I make this a Bavarian cream cake filling?

Yes, in fact, I do have a strawberry Bavarian cream recipe which can be used as a strawberry bavarian cream cake filling

Can I make this a Bavarian Cream dessert instead of cake?

Of course, you can and I have a recipe with step by step for you Strawberry Bavarian cream.

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Strawberry Bavarian Cream Cake

Author: Veena Azmanov
5 from 19 votes
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Prep Time: 40 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 5 hrs
Calories: 197kcal
Adjust Servings Here: 15 servings

Description

Strawberry Bavarian cream cake also known as strawberry Bavarois cake is a perfect entertaining dessert that’s very impressive & luxurious. This simple, easy and effortless recipe uses a custard-based strawberry pastry cream with a velvety texture topped with a strawberry mirror glaze that sets like jello. Fresh strawberries for garnish gives this bavarian dessert a refreshing finish.
ADJUST SERVINGS HERE - 15 servings

Ingredients

For the Biscuit Base

  • 100 grams (3.53 oz) Digestive biscuits / Graham crackers about 8 to 10 crackers
  • 60 grams (2.12 oz) Unsalted butter melted

For the Pastry Cream

  • 375 ml (1.54 cups) Whole milk
  • 100 grams (3.53 oz) White sugar
  • 4 (4 ) Egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp (1.04 oz) Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp (1 tsp) Vanilla

For the Strawberry Bavarian Cream

  • 250 ml (1.05 cups) Whipping cream
  • 2 cups (10.16 oz) Strawberries blended
  • 2 tbsp (1.04 oz) White sugar
  • 2 tbsp (1.04 oz) Gelatin see notes above for substitutes

For the Strawberry Mirror Glaze 

  • 1/2 cup (2.54 oz) Strawberries blended about 2 cups whole strawberries
  • 1 tbsp (1 tbsp) Lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp (1.04 oz) White sugar
  • 1 tsp (1 tsp) Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup (2.11 floz) Water
  • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) Strawberry extract optional or strawberry liquor - 1 tbsp

Instructions

Prepare the Biscuit Base

  • Crush the biscuits in a ziplock bag.
  • Melt the butter in a microwave.
  • Pour melted butter in the biscuits - mix well.
  • Pour the mixture into the bottom of the springform pan.
  • Use the back of a spoon to press firmly making a nice tight base.
  • Place in the fridge while you continue with the rest of the recipe.

Prepare Strawberries for Bavarian Cream

  • Place two cups blended strawberry in a saucepan with 2 tbsp sugar.
  • Cook on low until it is reduced to half the quantity.
  • Once done - add the gelatin and keep warm.

Prepare Pastry Cream

  • Bring milk to almost boiling.
  • In a bowl add the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Whisk well until nice and foamy.
  • Add hot milk to the whipped eggs a few tablespoons at a time to avoid the eggs scrambling.
  • Once all the milk is incorporated into the eggs - pour the mixture back into the milk pot and cook on low heat.
  • Stir continuously until the mixture thickens to a thick custard. This will happen quickly since the number of yolks to milk is high. Note: Do not leave custard unattended to avoid curdling.
  • One custard is ready - add the prepared strawberry gelatin mixture.
  • Add 2 drops of pink food color if you want.
  • Strain this mixture while still warm into a clean bowl.
  • Cover with cling wrap and set aside in a warm place.

Prepare Strawberry Mirror Glaze

  • Place blended strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat.
  • In a separate bowl combine cornstarch and water.
  • Add cornstarch mixture to the strawberries.
  • Cook on low for a minute until thick.
  • Strain and set aside - keep warm until ready to use.
  • If necessary you can warm it up to bring to consistency.

Assemble

  • Whip the Cream to stiff peak.
  • Fold the whipped cream to the strawberry pastry cream mixture - this is Bavarian Cream.
  • Pour over the biscuit base we prepared earlier.
  • Let chill in the fridge for an hour.
  • Pour prepared warm strawberry mirror glaze over the Bavarian Cream Cake.
  • Let chill for at least another 3 to 4 hours before you.
  • Garnish with strawberries and serve.

Recipe Notes

Featured Recipe Video below -How to make Vanilla Pastry Cream- which is part of this recipe

Equipment

Springfoam Pan 9
Stand Mixer
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Meas Cups and Spoons
Measuring Spoons
Spatula
Nutrition Information
Calories: 197kcalCarbohydrates: 21.5gProtein: 2.5gFat: 11.6gSaturated Fat: 6.6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 63mgPotassium: 0mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 15.5gVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg

The nutrition information and metric conversion are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee its accuracy. If this data is important to you please verify with your trusted nutrition calculator. Thank you

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  1. Rad

    Hey Veena,
    Made your bavarian cream cake and came out soo delicious and it tasted soo good. Thank you for sharing amazing recipe. It was a total hit.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you so much, Rad. Happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for coming back to write this feedback.

      Reply

  2. Julia

    My mom used to make similar cake when we were kids and it was always a hit. Delicious!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      I'm sure it was. This is always a hit here too.

      Reply

  3. kim

    What a fabulous recipe! So tasty and easy! Will definitely be making again!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you so much Kim. So happy you enjoyed this recipe so much. Appreciate you coming back to write this feedback.

      Reply

  4. Alexandra

    This is such a showstopper of a dessert!
    It not only looks beautiful, but the taste is truly scrumptious!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you so much, Alexandra. So happy you enjoyed this dessert. Appreicate you coming back to write this feedback.

      Reply

  5. David

    Bavarian cream was one of my favorite desserts as a kid. This looks like a perfect grownup version! Thanks for the eggless option tips, helpful for those of us with an allergy.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thanks, David. Yes, the eggless is a great way to make this for loved ones with allergies.

      Reply

  6. Danielle

    This cake looks simple yet so unbelievably nice - really love the way it looks and would definitely be amazed to have it for a special occasion. Yummy!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Absolutely, Danielle. Thanks

      Reply

  7. Pierinin

    Made this last week.. Wow..!! Everybody enjoyed it. Turned out perfect. Thanks for the recipe

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you, Pierinin. So happy you have success with this recipe. Thank you for coming back to write this feedback. Have a wonderful day.

      Reply

  8. Bobo

    I usually don't leave comments for recipes but this came out so well (and I'm more used to my baking attempts being disasters)! I love that strawberries & cream taste. I used it for a layered chocolate sponge cake and honestly, it looks really good too! Only thing is I forgot to make the mirror glaze so I just used the pureed strawberries as a dip for my cake lol.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you so much Bobo. So happy to hear that you loved this recipe. I love this recipe too. I bet it looked delicious. If you share it on Instagram or Facebook do not forget to tag me so I can see it. @veenaazmanov Thank you so much for coming back to write this feedback.

      Reply

  9. Natalia

    I love strawberries in any form and this recipe looks irresistible and the colours are amazing! Can't wait to try it. You pictures truly do justice to this cake.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you Natalia. I hope you try it

      Reply

  10. Beth

    That is an absolutely gorgeous dessert! That would be so great for impressing guests! I love the color and the texture.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you Beth.. It sure is very impressive when you have guest.

      Reply

  11. Natalie

    Oh my this cake looks absolutely gorgeous! I love pink cakes and it's just perfect for Valentine's day too ♥ Pinning this for later. Thanks

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you Natalie. This is really easy to make you must try.

      Reply

  12. Lisa Huff

    Wow, this looks like it came right out of a bakery! Gorgeous! I would love to try this. Your recipe looks so easy. Saving it on Pinterest for later.

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Thank you Lisa. Yes it does look gorgeous doesn't it? Let me know what you think?

      Reply

  13. Amy

    This is definitely my kind of dessert. I will take fruit over chocolate any day! It looks absolutely wonderful and I love the biscuit crust as well!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Than you Amy - Happy to hear that you like this cake. I love chocolate but do have a soft spot of my fruit based desserts.

      Reply

  14. Maria V. Cruz Pagan

    Looks delish!!!

    Reply

  15. Michelle Toney

    When do you put in the cornstarch

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Sorry for the delay in repying - along with the eggs, sugar and vanilla. Thanks

      Reply

  16. Bunny Bakes

    Hi Veena
    Huge fan!
    Quick question: my daughter brought me a case of kosher fish gelatin from Israel. Can I use that instead of Knox?
    Thanks!

    Reply

    • Veena Azmanov

      Yes, I think you can - fish gelatine is however less stronger than beef gelatine. I find I use about 1 1/2 times that mentioned in my recipe to get the same effect.
      But it can still be used.

      Reply

  17. Rubina Anjum

    Thanks for yummy reciepe

    Reply

    • Rad

      Hi Veena,
      This looks so delicious and will definitely give it a try. Is there a substitute for eggs in pastry cream I could use?
      Do you have a video of this recipe as well?
      Thank you.

      Reply
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