This Strawberry-Victoria Berry Bliss Cake is a stunning and sumptuous dessert that combines soft, buttery sponge cake layers with a luscious cream filling and a bounty of fresh berries. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, from the light and airy cake to the rich mascarpone cream and the juicy freshness of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
Why You'll Love This: The cake's elegant presentation and delightful combination of flavors make it a show-stopper for any occasion. The use of real vanilla beans in the cream filling adds a depth of flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweet tanginess of the berry medley. It's a true celebration cake, ideal for marking special moments with loved ones.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any festive gathering where you want to impress. It’s especially suitable for spring and summer events when berries are in peak season, offering a fresh, vibrant centerpiece for your dessert table.
Decoration Tips: For a truly breathtaking presentation, arrange the berries in a decorative pattern atop the cake and dust with a little powdered sugar just before serving. Edible flowers or a drizzle of fruit coulis can also add color and enhance the cake's visual appeal.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 200 grams of sugar
- 200 grams of butter, softened
- 4 eggs
- 200 grams of flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 2 tablespoons of milk
For the Cream:
- 250 grams of heavy cream
- 130 grams of mascarpone cheese
- 4 tablespoons of powdered sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
For the Assembly:
- Strawberry jam
- Fresh strawberries, halved
- Fresh blueberries
- Fresh raspberries
- Fresh blackberries
Instructions:
- Bake the cake:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (374°F).
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder and fold until the mixture is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between two greased and lined 20 cm cake molds.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare the cream:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, mascarpone, and vanilla bean seeds.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat until the mixture is smooth and thick.
- Assemble the Victoria cake:
- On one cake layer, spread a generous amount of strawberry jam.
- Top with a thick layer of cream and arrange a mix of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries over the cream.
- Carefully place the second cake layer on top and repeat with jam, cream, and berries.
Enjoy this exquisite Strawberry-Victoria Berry Bliss Cake, a luxurious treat that’s as delightful to look at as it is to devour!