This Charlotte Cake is an elegant, no-bake dessert featuring ladyfingers encasing a light and creamy filling, dotted with a colorful mix of red berries. The combination of soft biscuits, cream cheese, and fresh berries not only makes it visually appealing but also deliciously satisfying. It's perfect for celebrations, afternoon teas, or as a refreshing summer dessert.
Why You'll Love This:
- No-Bake Delight: Easy to prepare without the need for an oven, making it perfect for warm weather or when you want a stunning dessert with minimal fuss.
- Berry Bliss: The mix of blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries offers a sweet yet slightly tart taste that perfectly complements the creamy filling.
- Elegant Presentation: The ladyfingers create a beautiful outer shell, while the berries add a pop of color and sophistication to the decoration.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests with a show-stopping dessert. It's also great for a fancy picnic or as a festive addition to your holiday table.
Decoration Tips:
- Fresh Berries on Top: Arrange blueberries, raspberries, and sliced strawberries artistically on top for a vibrant finish.
- Mint Leaves: Add a few mint leaves among the berries for a refreshing green contrast and a hint of minty freshness.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: For a snowy effect, lightly dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar just before serving.
Ingredients:
- 35 ladyfingers
- 120g powdered sugar
- 15g unflavored gelatin
- 75cc cold water
- 300g mixed red berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- 400cc whipping cream
- 227g cream cheese
- Additional blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries for decoration
For the Whipped Cream: Chill the whipping cream for at least 12 hours. Whip it on medium speed for 4 minutes, then increase the speed and continue whipping until it reaches a soft peak stage, approximately 6 more minutes.
Preparation:
- Gelatin Preparation: Dissolve the gelatin in cold water and let it bloom.
- Fruit Mix: Blend or lightly mash the mixed berries.
- Cream Cheese Mixture: Whip the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Incorporate the bloomed gelatin and mixed berries.
- Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese and berry mixture to maintain a light, airy texture.
- Assembly: Line a springform pan with ladyfingers, then fill with the creamy berry mixture. Chill in the fridge until set, ideally overnight.
- Decoration: Before serving, decorate the top with fresh blueberries, raspberries, and sliced strawberries.
Enjoy this stunning Charlotte Cake with Mixed Berries, a dessert that combines elegance and deliciousness in every bite!