optional: fresh strawberries coated with 2 ounces melted white chocolate
1/8 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk
6 oz. (170g) white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
2 cups (240g) confectioners’ sugar
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (10-12g) freeze-dried strawberries
1/4 cup reduced strawberry puree
1/3 cup (80ml) whole milk, at room temperature
1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup (60g) sour cream or plain yogurt, at room temperature
3 egg whites, at room temperature
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 3/4 cups (200g) cake flour