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Berry Mascarpone Layer Cake Recipe

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This Berry Mascarpone Layer Cake is a delightful and rich dessert featuring moist homemade cake layers, a luscious mascarpone whipped cream frosting, and a vibrant mixed berry filling. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, this cake is ideal for special occasions or any time you want to treat yourself to an impressive, fresh berry dessert.

Ingredients

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Cake Layers

  • 2 1/2 cups (325g) all purpose flour
  • 2 cups (414g) sugar
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) water

Berry Filling

  • 1 1/2 cup (240g) mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) water
  • 3/4 cup (155g) sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch

Mascarpone Frosting

  • 2 1/2 cups (600ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 1/2 cups (173g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 16 oz (452g) mascarpone cheese, chilled

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cake Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C). Spray three 8-inch cake pans with non-stick baking spray and line the bottoms with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
  4. Make Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and beat until well combined. Slowly incorporate the water on low speed, scraping down the sides to ensure everything is mixed evenly.
  5. Bake Cake Layers: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 24-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool for 2-3 minutes in the pans, then loosen edges and transfer cakes to a rack to cool completely.
  6. Prepare Berry Filling: Place mixed berries and water in a food processor and puree until smooth, yielding about 2/3 cup of berry puree.
  7. Cook Filling: In a medium saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Stir in berry puree and cook over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and boils, about 8-10 minutes. Boil for one minute, then remove from heat and refrigerate until completely cooled.
  8. Make Frosting: In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract on high speed until soft peaks form.
  9. Add Mascarpone: Fold mascarpone cheese into the whipped cream and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  10. Prepare Cake Layers: Level each cake layer by cutting off the domed tops with a large serrated knife for even stacking.
  11. Assemble Cake – First Layer: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Pipe a tall dam of mascarpone frosting around the edge to hold the filling inside. Spread half of the cooled berry filling inside the dam, filling about halfway. Top the berry layer with a smooth layer of mascarpone frosting to fill the remaining dam space.
  12. Assemble Cake – Second Layer: Add the second cake layer and repeat the process with the remaining berry filling and frosting.
  13. Top Layer and Finish: Place the final cake layer on top, then frost the entire cake with the remaining mascarpone frosting. Smooth the sides using an icing smoother for a professional finish.
  14. Decorate: Add frosting swirls on top and garnish with fresh mixed berries.
  15. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cake until ready to serve. Best enjoyed within 2-3 days.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper on the bottoms of cake pans to prevent sticking.
  • Ensure heavy cream and mascarpone are well chilled for best whipping results.
  • Allow the berry filling to cool completely before assembling to prevent frosting from melting.
  • Leveling cake layers helps create an even and stable cake.
  • Store cake refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.

Keywords: berry cake, mascarpone cake, layered cake, whipped cream frosting, mixed berries dessert, homemade cake

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