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Chantilly Cake

Decadent Chantilly Cake: A Slice of Pure Bliss

This Chantilly Cake is an elegant dessert layered with creamy frosting and fresh berries, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour provides a fine texture for tender cake layers
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda leavening agent
  • 4 large eggs adds structure and richness
  • 1 cup milk contributes moisture and rich flavor
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil keeps cake moist
  • 1 cup sour cream adds richness and moisture
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract adds essential flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter creamed with sugar for richness
  • 1 cup granulated sugar provides sweetness and structure
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar used for smooth texture
  • 8 ounces cream cheese for creamy frosting
  • 8 ounces mascarpone for creamy frosting
  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped for lightness
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract optional for extra flavor
For the Topping
  • 2 cups fresh berries such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • 8-inch round cake pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
  4. Beat butter and sugar in a stand mixer until fluffy, then combine with dry and wet ingredients until smooth.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Beat together cream cheese, mascarpone, and powdered sugar until smooth, then fold in whipped cream.
  7. Carefully slice each cake layer in half, frost between layers and on the sides, adding fresh berries.
  8. Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cakes are completely cooled before slicing. For best texture, let frozen layers thaw in the fridge overnight before frosting.

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