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Fresh Berry Chantilly Cake: The Perfect Dessert to Delight Your Family

Fresh Berry Chantilly Cake
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An elegant vanilla sponge cake layered with Chantilly cream and fresh mixed berries, finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for celebrations or summer gatherings!

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • For the Cake:
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • For Chantilly Cream:
  • 3 cups (720ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • 3/4 cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • For Assembly:
  • 3 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) berry jam (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Extra berries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk. Divide batter evenly and bake 22-25 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Make Chantilly Cream: Whip chilled cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt to stiff peaks. Refrigerate until use.
  3. Assemble: Place first cake layer on plate. Spread with 1 cup cream, then arrange single layer of berries. Repeat with next layers. Crumb coat with cream, then chill 30 minutes.
  4. Finish: Apply final coat of cream. Warm jam slightly and brush over berries. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with additional berries.
  5. Chill: Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, chill mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream
  • Pat berries dry before assembling to prevent soggy cake
  • Can substitute 1/2 tsp almond extract in cake for enhanced flavor
  • Use cake flour for extra tender crumb if preferred
  • Store refrigerated up to 3 days (berries may release juice over time)

Nutrition

Find it online: https://recipesfood.org/fresh-berry-chantilly-cake/