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Fluffy Berry Chantilly Cake Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Berries

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A light and fluffy cake layered with creamy Chantilly frosting and fresh berries, perfect for celebrations and family gatherings. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients to create a nostalgic and delicious dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/3 cup (40g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries, washed and drained
  • 1 cup (125g) fresh raspberries, gently rinsed
  • Optional: handful of fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and pale, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add sifted dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently to combine.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely (at least 1 hour).
  8. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 15 minutes. Beat cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste until soft peaks form, about 5-7 minutes.
  9. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread a generous layer of Chantilly cream over it, then scatter fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries evenly on top.
  10. Add second cake layer and frost top and sides with remaining Chantilly cream.
  11. Decorate with remaining fresh berries and optional mint leaves. Chill cake for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and milk for better mixing and rise. Chill cream, bowl, and beaters before whipping Chantilly cream to achieve soft peaks without overwhipping. Watch the oven closely near the 25-minute mark to avoid overbaking. Use firm, ripe berries and pat dry if very juicy to prevent sogginess. Level cake layers if domed for easier assembly.

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Keywords: berry cake, chantilly cream, fresh berries, fluffy cake, easy dessert, homemade cake, summer dessert

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