Description
Charlotte Russe Cake is an elegant dessert that features layers of fluffy sponge cake, rich whipped cream filling, and vibrant fresh fruit. This visually stunning treat is perfect for any special occasion, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will impress your guests and elevate your gatherings. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply indulging yourself, this cake is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 layers sponge cake (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 cup fresh fruit (e.g., mixed berries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three round cake pans.
- Prepare the sponge cake batter as directed, pour evenly into pans, and bake for about 25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling completely.
- In a large bowl, whip heavy cream and sugar on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Bloom gelatin in cold water, heat until dissolved, then cool slightly before folding into whipped cream.
- Layer the sponge cake with half of the cream mixture and fresh fruit. Repeat with another layer before topping with the final sponge layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg