Berry cake with mascarpone cream is a light and delicious dessert that combines a soft, fluffy cake with a rich and creamy mascarpone frosting, topped with fresh berries. Here’s a recipe to make this delightful treat:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) plain yogurt or sour cream
For the Mascarpone Cream:
- 8 oz (225g) mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Berry Topping:
- 1 ½ cups (180g) mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for macerating berries)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and yogurt, until just combined.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Mascarpone Cream:
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Whip Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
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Combine with Mascarpone: In another bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
3. Prepare the Berry Topping:
- Macerate Berries (optional): If you prefer sweeter berries, toss them with granulated sugar and let them sit for about 15 minutes to release their juices.
4. Assemble the Cake:
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Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread a generous layer of mascarpone cream over the top and sides of the cake.
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Add Berries: Arrange the fresh berries on top of the mascarpone cream in a decorative pattern.
5. Serve:
- Slice and serve the cake chilled. It’s perfect for a light and refreshing dessert!
Enjoy your berry cake with mascarpone cream! The combination of soft cake, creamy mascarpone, and fresh berries makes for a delightful and elegant dessert.
