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Chantilly Cake Recipe

Heavenly Chantilly Cake Recipe with Berries and Cream Delight

This Chantilly Cake Recipe features layers of fluffy cake, rich cream cheese, and fresh berries, creating a delightful dessert for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3.25 cups cake flour Sift before measuring for a light texture.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps cake rise.
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking soda Balances acidity.
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 cup whole milk Adds moisture.
  • 0.33 cup vegetable oil Keeps cake moist.
  • 0.5 cup sour cream Adds tang.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Provides flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Room temperature.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar For sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Adds richness.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Provides creaminess.
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese Adds unique flavor.
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream Whipped to stiff peaks.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract Pairs well with berries.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Thickens frosting.
For the Berries
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries Choose ripe berries.
  • 4 cups fresh blueberries Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

How to Make Chantilly Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 8” round cake pans with nonstick cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. Sift the cake flour into a bowl and measure by spooning it into the cup.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: whisk flour, sea salt, baking powder, and baking soda together.
  4. Whisk liquid ingredients: eggs, milk, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
  5. Cream unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Mix wet and dry ingredients alternately with creamed butter.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between cake pans.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes on a wire rack, wrap in plastic, and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  10. Beat together room temperature butter, cream cheese, mascarpone, and extracts, then add powdered sugar.
  11. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  12. Slice the cooled cakes in half to create layers.
  13. Layer frosting and fresh berries between the cake layers.
  14. Frost the top and sides with remaining frosting.
  15. Adorn with fresh berries and refrigerate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with mint leaves for additional color and freshness.

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