This Fanta Peach Delight Cake combines a light and fluffy Fanta-infused sponge with a rich and creamy topping, adorned with a tangy passionfruit glaze. The base is enhanced with the zest of lemon, giving it a delightful citrusy kick, which pairs wonderfully with the sweet peach pieces embedded in the creamy mascarpone and quark filling. Topped with a passionfruit glaze, this cake is a refreshing treat that's perfect for any dessert lover looking for something uniquely delicious.
Why You'll Love This: The unique combination of Fanta and peach in the cake provides a burst of fruity flavors that are both refreshing and comforting. The creamy filling with bits of peach and white chocolate shavings adds a rich texture and flavor depth that melts in your mouth. The passionfruit glaze brings a bright, tangy finish that cuts through the creaminess, making each bite perfectly balanced.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is perfect for spring and summer gatherings, such as picnics, family reunions, or outdoor birthday parties. It's also a great choice for festive occasions where a light and fruity dessert is desired. The vibrant flavors and cheerful appearance make it a wonderful centerpiece for any dessert table.
Decoration Tips: Decorate the top of the cake with mandarin orange segments for a pop of color and a hint of additional fruitiness. Fresh mint leaves can be scattered around the edges for a touch of greenery that complements the bright flavors of the cake. If desired, sprinkle a little powdered sugar over the mint leaves for a slightly sweetened contrast.
Ingredients:
- Sponge:
- 4 medium eggs
- 230 grams of sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- 400 grams of flour
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 200 ml of Fanta
- 180 ml of oil
- Cream Filling:
- 500 grams of quark
- 500 grams of mascarpone
- 400 ml of cream
- 110 grams of powdered sugar
- 80 grams of white chocolate shavings
- 1 can of peaches, drained and diced
- 1 packet of lemon zest or zest of one organic lemon
- 6 teaspoons of San-Apart or 4 packets of cream stabilizer
- Glaze:
- 250 ml of passionfruit juice
- 1 packet of instant vanilla sauce powder (no-cook type)
- Decoration:
- Canned mandarin oranges
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
- For the Sponge: In a bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy. Mix in the remaining ingredients to form a smooth batter. Pour into a baking form and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes. Perform a skewer test for doneness. Allow to cool.
- For the Cream Filling: Whip cream, quark, mascarpone, cream stabilizer, lemon zest, and powdered sugar together until smooth. Fold in diced peaches and white chocolate shavings. Spread this cream evenly over the cooled sponge.
- For the Glaze: Mix the instant vanilla sauce powder with passionfruit juice until smooth, then pour over the cream layer.
- Refrigerate the cake, covered, for 3-4 hours to set.
- Decorate: Before serving, garnish with mandarin oranges and fresh mint leaves.
Enjoy this delightful Fanta Peach Delight Cake, a refreshing dessert that combines fruity, creamy, and tangy elements for a truly satisfying experience!