Description
This Berry Cream Pastry Cake is a delightful and elegant dessert perfect for any special occasion. Featuring layers of golden-baked puff pastry, luscious whipped cream, and a vibrant mixed berry filling, this showstopper combines sweet and tangy flavors with a light, flaky texture. With easy-to-follow steps and fresh ingredients, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Pastry
- 2 sheets Puff Pastry (pre-made or homemade)
Berry Filling
- 2 cups Mixed Berries (strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
Cream Filling
- 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare Workspace: Gather all your ingredients and baking tools, including a baking sheet, mixing bowls, and a wire rack to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Bake Puff Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the puff pastry sheets on a lined baking sheet and bake until they turn golden brown and puffed, approximately 25 minutes.
- Cool Pastry: Carefully transfer the baked puff pastry sheets to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely to room temperature to prevent sogginess when layering.
- Prepare Cream Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream along with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, creating a smooth and stable whipped cream.
- Prepare Berry Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the mixed berries with granulated sugar and cornstarch, gently mixing to coat the berries while thickening the mixture slightly.
- Assemble: On a serving plate, spread a generous layer of whipped cream over one sheet of cooled puff pastry, followed by an even layer of berry filling. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a whipped cream layer.
- Chill: Place the assembled cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld and the cake to set properly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish the top with fresh mint leaves or additional berries for a beautiful presentation before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh berries with frozen mixed berries; just thaw and drain any excess liquid before use.
- Ensure the puff pastry is completely cooled before assembling to prevent the cream from melting.
- For added stability to the whipped cream, you can add a teaspoon of gelatin dissolved in warm water while whipping.
- To enhance flavor, macerate the berries with the sugar for 15 minutes before mixing in the cornstarch.
- This cake is best consumed within 24 hours to enjoy optimal freshness and texture.
