Courting Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Pre-heat oven to 190°C/375°F.
2. 2
   Grease and line the bases of three 7-inch round cake tins.
3. 3
   Cream the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
4. 4
   Gradually add the eggs, a little at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. 5
   Fold in the flour, and then add enough milk to give a soft dropping consistency.
6. 6
   Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared tins and bake for 25-30 minutes, until well risen and firm to the touch, swapping the position of the top and bottom cakes halfway through the cooking.
7. 7
   Turn out and leave to cool on a wire rack.
8. 8
   Whip the cream until it just holds its shape.
9. 9
   Sandwich the cakes together with the cream and the strawberries, reserving a few for decoration.
10. 10
    Dredge the top with icing sugar and decorate with the reserved strawberries.