Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Berry Chantilly Cake, a perfect summer dessert that embodies the essence of fresh berries. This stunning cake features layers of fluffy vanilla sponge, a luscious mixed berry filling, and a rich whipped cream cheese frosting. Each bite offers a refreshing burst of flavor, making it an ideal centerpiece for birthdays, picnics, or any celebration. Easy to prepare and beautiful in presentation, this cake is sure to impress your guests and elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 3 cups cake flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup cream cheese
- Egg whites (from 7 large eggs)
- Lemon juice and zest
Instructions
- Prepare the mixed berry filling by cooking the berries with sugar until softened. Thicken with cornstarch mixed with lemon juice, then cool.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix in butter until crumbly.
- Whisk egg whites separately until soft peaks form; fold into the batter along with sour cream and oil.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cold cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; gradually add heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the cake by layering berry filling and frosting between the cooled cakes, then frost the top and sides.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg