Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for whipped cream)
- Assorted fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango)
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating a Fresh Fruit Cream Cake can be straightforward if you follow these easy steps:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until creamy and light.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture and milk alternatingly, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract until well blended.
- Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Prepare the Fruits: While the cakes cool, wash and slice your fresh fruits as desired.
- Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, slice each cake in half horizontally to create four layers. Place the first layer on a serving platter and spread a layer of whipped cream on top. Add a layer of assorted fruits. Repeat this process for the next layers and top it with cream.
- Finish with Decoration: Top the final layer with whipped cream and arrange additional fruits and mint leaves for an elegant finish.
This will lead you to a stunning Fresh Fruit Cream Cake ready to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
- Calories: 320 kcal (per slice)
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 4g