Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with this Ultimate Summer Fruit Cake, a fluffy and moist dessert that can be customized with your favorite seasonal fruits. Packed with fresh berries and chocolate chips, this cake is a perfect combination of sweet and fruity flavors, making it an ideal treat for any summer gathering or a cozy afternoon at home.
Why You’ll Love This This cake stands out with its versatile fruit options, allowing you to use whatever is in season, from blueberries to raspberries or even chopped peaches. The texture is exceptionally light and fluffy, thanks to the careful balance of eggs, oil, and milk, with a touch of starch to keep the fruits evenly distributed and prevent sinking. It's a simple yet rewarding recipe that yields a cake as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Perfect Occasion Perfect for summer picnics, family reunions, or as a lovely finish to a barbecue dinner, this fruit cake is designed to impress. It's also great for baking enthusiasts looking to showcase seasonal fruits in a delicious, crowd-pleasing way.
Decoration Tips
- Dust the top with powdered sugar for a sweet, professional finish.
- Top with fresh fruit slices and mint leaves before serving for added color and freshness.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 4 eggs
- 1 to 1.5 cups sugar (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1 cup sunflower oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1.5 teaspoons (15g) baking powder
- 1 packet vanilla sugar or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (added gradually)
- 1 cup blueberries (or any fruit of your choice)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Prepare the Fruit: Toss the chosen fruit and chocolate chips with a bit of flour to coat. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the eggs with sugar and vanilla until light and creamy. Add the oil and milk, mixing well to incorporate.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and cornstarch. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
- Assemble the Batter: Fold the floured fruits and chocolate chips into the batter gently.
- Bake the Cake: Grease and flour a cake tin. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not open the oven door for the first 20 minutes to prevent the cake from deflating.
Enjoy! Once baked, let the cake cool before slicing. Serve this beautiful Summer Fruit Cake at your next gathering or as a special treat to enjoy any day of the week. It's sure to bring a taste of summer into your home, no matter the occasion!