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Exquisite Berry Cream Pastry Cake: Indulgent Bliss Awaits

Exquisite Berry Cream Pastry Cake: Your Indulgent Bliss Awaits

Indulge in the Exquisite Berry Cream Pastry Cake, a delightful dessert bursting with flavors and customizable options.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Sheets Pre-made saves time, but homemade adds special touch.
For the Berry Filling
  • 2 cups Mixed Berries Fresh or frozen; swap with seasonal favorites.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Thickens berry filling.
For the Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Indispensable for luxurious filling.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes whipped cream.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enriches flavor; almond extract can be used.

Equipment

  • oven
  • medium saucepan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry sheets and cut into layers. Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Allow baked pastry layers to cool completely on a wire rack.
  3. Combine mixed berries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  5. Layer cooled pastry, followed by berry filling and whipped cream, repeating until desired height.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure pastry layers are completely cool before layering to prevent sogginess. Opt for a mix of ripe, seasonal berries for best flavor.

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