Indulge in the delightful blend of textures and flavors with this Crumble & Berries Cake. This delightful dessert features a soft and moist cake base, a tangy layer of red berry coulis, and a crunchy, buttery crumble topping. The combination of the sweet cake, the sharpness of the berries, and the rich crumble creates a perfect balance and makes this cake a crowd-pleaser.
Why You'll Love This: If you're a fan of fruit desserts with a bit of crunch, this cake is for you. The berry coulis layer adds a refreshing burst of flavor to the cake, while the crumble topping provides a satisfying texture contrast. It's an easy-to-make cake that looks as good as it tastes, perfect for both casual and special occasions.
Perfect Occasion: This Crumble & Berries Cake is great for a family dessert, a gathering with friends, or as an impressive addition to a brunch or tea party. It's also a wonderful way to make use of seasonal berries and enjoy a delightful summery dessert.
Recipe: Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 140g flour
- 120g sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 100g melted butter
- Vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Red Berry Coulis:
- 250g mixed red berries
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Crumble Topping:
- 100g flour
- 70g sugar
- 70g butter
- Vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and prepare an 18cm cake pan.
- For the cake, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Pour into the cake pan.
- For the coulis, cook berries with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until thickened.
- Pour the berry coulis over the cake batter.
- For the crumble, mix flour, sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt until crumbly. Sprinkle over the coulis.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes.
Enjoy your Crumble & Berries Cake, a wonderful dessert that combines the softness of cake, the freshness of berries, and the richness of crumble in every bite. 🍓🍰🍋