Berry Layer Cake
A simple and elegant layer cake with fluffy whipped cream and fresh berries, perfect for any occasion.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 2 8-inch store-bought vanilla cake layers
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups heavy cream, 3 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium-high until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Place one 8-inch cake layer on a serving plate. Spread about 1 cup of the whipped cream evenly over the top, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- 3
Scatter half of the 1 cup raspberries and half of the 1 cup blackberries over the cream, pressing them in gently.
- 4
Top with the second cake layer. Spread the remaining whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing with a spatula.
- 5
Arrange the remaining berries on top of the cake in a decorative pattern. Garnish with 6 fresh mint leaves. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tools you’ll need
- Electric mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Serving plate
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