The Most Perfect Berry Chantilly Cake Recipe
If you’re in the mood for a satisfying dessert consisting of fresh fruit, you need this perfect Berry Chantilly Cake recipe in your life. It’s a beautiful delicious cake that is great for anytime.
This dreamy dessert is a vision of vanilla sponge cake layers, filled and frosted with a light and creamy Chantilly icing, and topped with a medley of fresh, juicy berries. It’s a dessert that promises summertime in every bite!
What Is a Berry Chantilly Cake?
A Berry Chantilly Cake is a flavorful vanilla cake consisting of layers of sweet cream and assorted berries. This fresh berry chantilly cake is similar to a strawberry shortcake, but not exactly the same.
This moist vanilla cake is great to make for mom’s birthday or even a general birthday cake. It can definitely be made with cake mix but I’ve given you the perfect cake recipe below so you can make it from scratch.
It’s a great treat to serve when you enjoy fresh fruit, vanilla cake, and a homemade whipped topping with the perfect touch of sweetness. This popular dessert is known for it’s creamy chantilly cream nestled in between vanilla sponge cake. This homemade cake rivals the whole foods berry chantilly cake! When I made this for the first time I was blown away.
Why This Recipe Works
- Balanced Flavors: The sweetness of the vanilla cake combined with the freshness of berries and light Chantilly cream offers a perfect balance of flavors.
- Texture: The soft cake, velvety cream, and juicy berries create an enjoyable contrast of textures.
- Versatility: This cake is perfect for any occasion, from backyard BBQs to elegant dinner parties.
FAQs
Can I use other fruits in this cake?
Absolutely! While berries are traditional, you can use any fruits you enjoy. Peaches, mangoes, or a combination of several fruits would be delicious.
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the cake a day ahead. However, for the best texture and taste, I recommend assembling the cake the day you plan to serve it.
Tips and Tricks
- Berries: Use fresh and ripe berries for the best flavor. You can also macerate them in a little sugar for extra juiciness.
- Cake Layers: Make sure your cake layers are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the cream from melting.
Which Berries Are Best to Use?
You can use mixed berries when you’re preparing this cake. It’s a good idea to use a combination of raspberries, blueberries, and even blackberries.
I have shared a bunch of great recipes including white cake, chocolate cake but I think this one is he best cake for a special occasion. It’s a great moist cake that you will make again and again.
Variations
Feel free to experiment with the flavors. You can add lemon or orange zest to the cake batter, use a different flavor for the Chantilly cream, or even switch up the types of berries.
Where to Serve
This Berry Chantilly Cake is perfect for any gathering, be it a casual picnic, a birthday party, or an elegant dinner party. Its light and refreshing taste makes it an excellent choice for warm-weather events.
You can even use sliced strawberries. The best part about adding berries to the cake is that you can use them fresh or frozen.
If you’re unable to find a variety of fresh berries at your grocery store, you can head over to the freezer section and grab a bag of frozen berries to add to your cake.
Is the Filling Made From Scratch?
Instead of using regular whipped cream, you’ll make a fluffy cream from scratch using a handful of different ingredients.
What to Serve This Recipe With
This cake pairs beautifully with a refreshing summer cocktail or a glass of sparkling wine. For a more casual vibe, serve it with a cold glass of homemade lemonade or iced tea.
Storage of Leftovers
Leftover Berry Chantilly Cake should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for 2-3 days.
You can combine cream cheese with butter, mascarpone, powdered sugar, whipping cream, and a few other ingredients, leaving you with a light, fluffy, and flavorful cream to add to your cake.
While it tastes great on its own, it goes even better with the fresh taste of the homemade vanilla cake and the wholesome berries you’ll add to the cake.
Topping Options
Aside from the traditional berries, you can also garnish this cake with mint leaves, edible flowers, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of elegance.
I hope you enjoy this Berry Chantilly Cake as much as my family and I do. It’s truly the taste of summer in cake form! Happy baking!
How Many Cake Layers Do I Need?
The opportunities for layers of cream and cake are endless. It all depends on the size of the cake you’re making. You might want to add three or four layers of cream and cake before adding more chantilly frosting to the cake’s exterior. The fluffy chantilly cream frosting is the star of the show!
Don’t forget to add some fresh berries to the top of the cake as a finishing touch.
What ingredients do I need for this Berry Chantilly Cake?
Vanilla Cake Ingredients
- 3 cups cake flour scooped and leveled
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup, 2 sticks, room temperature, unsalted butter 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 1/4 cup whole milk
- 3 whole eggs brought to room temperature *see notes
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Delicious Berry Filling Ingredients
- 2 cup fresh or frozen berries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon zest 2 tsp lemon juice
Chantilly Cream Frosting Ingredients
- 2 boxes (32 oz) cream cheese softened
- 1 stick unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese-softened
- 22 oz powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz heavy whipping cream
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 3 eggs brought to room temperature*see notes
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cup fresh or frozen berries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tsp lemon juice
Chantilly Cream Ingredients
- 2 boxes (32 oz) cream cheese softened
- 1 stick (8 oz) unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese-softened
- 22 oz powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz heavy whipping cream
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
Why This Recipe Works
- Balanced Flavors: The sweetness of the vanilla cake combined with the freshness of berries and light Chantilly cream offers a perfect balance of flavors.
- Texture: The soft cake, velvety cream, and juicy berries create an enjoyable contrast of textures.
- Versatility: This cake is perfect for any occasion, from backyard BBQs to elegant dinner parties.
This is one of those delicious recipes that you hold on to forever. Next time you have something special to bake for bake this yummy cake! Be sure to check out the full recipe and instructions in the recipe card below!
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This beautiful berry chantilly cake is filled with fresh fruits and great for any occasion!
The Most Perfect Berry Chantilly Cake Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
Filling
Chantilly Cream
Add powdered sugar and vanilla blend until well incorporated.
Fold in the stabilized whipped cream with a rubber spatula until no streaks are left in the frosting Put the cake together
Top with a layer of cake repeat this process for however many layers of cake you have. Completely cover the cake in chantilly cream tough with berries and enjoy! Notes
Nutrition Information
Yield
12
Serving Size
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 23gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 21gCholesterol 152mgSodium 419mgCarbohydrates 129gFiber 2gSugar 96gProtein 8g
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I’m confused about the measurements for the Chantilly cream.
One box of cream cheese is 8 ounces. Do you mean four boxes or do you mean 16 ounces?
Also, one stick of butter is 4 ounces. Do you mean 2 sticks or 4 ounces?
Hi Anon,
In the boxes I’ve purchased (philadelphia cream cheese) they come with two pouches of cream cheese — 16oz each box
4oz butter, correction made thanks