This Berry and Cream Bundt Cake is as delightful to make as it is to eat, featuring a blend of fresh cream and vibrant mixed berries for an incredibly soft texture and fresh taste. Simple in its preparation but luxurious in flavor, this cake is perfect for those who appreciate the natural sweetness and tartness of berries combined with the creamy richness of fresh cream.
Why You’ll Love This: The combination of fresh cream and juicy berries makes this cake exceptionally moist and fluffy. The lemon zest and juice add a hint of zestiness that perfectly balances the sweetness of the sugar and the tartness of the berries, creating a harmonious flavor profile in every slice.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for brunch, afternoon tea, or as a dessert for spring and summer gatherings. It's also a wonderful treat for celebrations like birthdays and family get-togethers, offering a fresh and delightful taste that's sure to please guests of all ages.
Decoration Tips: After the cake has cooled, a light dusting of powdered sugar not only adds an extra layer of sweetness but also makes for a beautiful presentation. For a more colorful display, top the cake with additional fresh berries and perhaps a few mint leaves for a pop of green.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 250 grams of fresh cream
- 250 grams of all-purpose flour
- 150 grams of sugar
- Zest and juice of 1/2 a lemon
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 200 grams of mixed berries (strawberries and other berries)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Grease and flour a 20-22 cm diameter bundt cake pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
- Add the fresh cream and lemon juice, mixing well. Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, blending until the mixture is smooth.
- Gently fold in the mixed berries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, decorate with powdered sugar and serve.
Enjoy this exquisite Berry and Cream Bundt Cake, a simple yet sophisticated treat that's bound to become a favorite!