To prepare a strawberry charlotte russe desserts recipe, first you need to prepare your ingredients. First, you'll need the following ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 tbsp. melted butter 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar 1/4 cup powdered sugar Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line two 9x9-inch baking pans with foil or parchment paper and set aside. Sift the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt into the bowl of an electric mixer and beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the butter and vanilla and mix on low speed for 1 minute. Gradually add the milk, beating after each addition. Beat the batter until it's thick and glossy, but not runny. Pour in the strawberry mixture and stir to combine. Bake the cake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.