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Puff Pastry Berry Cream Cake Recipe

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This Puff Pastry Berry Cream Cake is a delightful layered dessert combining golden, flaky puff pastry with a luscious mascarpone and whipped cream filling, accented by fresh berries and berry jam. Perfect for special occasions or a fancy treat, it boasts a beautiful presentation dusted with powdered sugar and decorated with extra whipped cream and fresh blueberries.

Ingredients

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Puff Pastry

  • 2 sheets puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Cream Filling

  • 400 ml (1 ⅔ cups) heavy cream (chilled)
  • 250 g (1 cup) mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese)
  • 80 g (⅔ cup) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Berry Components

  • 150 g (1 cup) blueberries (or mixed berries)
  • 3 tbsp berry jam (blueberry, raspberry, or strawberry)
  • Fresh blueberries (or mixed berries) for decoration

Additional Decoration

  • Extra whipped cream for decoration
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the puff pastry to a perfect golden crisp.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry Circles: Roll out the puff pastry sheets slightly for ease of shaping. Use a cake pan as a guide to cut out even, circular shapes from each sheet.
  3. Prevent Excess Puffing: Prick the surface of the puff pastry circles with a fork to prevent them from puffing too much and losing shape during baking.
  4. Set up for Baking: Place the puff pastry circles on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Cover them with another piece of parchment paper and weigh them down with a second baking tray to keep them flat as they bake.
  5. Bake Puff Pastry: Bake the puff pastry in the oven for 15–18 minutes until they turn golden and crisp. Remove and allow them to cool completely before assembling.
  6. Whip Heavy Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, ensuring the cream is light and airy for the filling.
  7. Prepare Mascarpone Mixture: In another bowl, beat together the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  8. Combine Creams: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture to create a light and fluffy cream filling without deflating it.
  9. Assemble Base Layer: Place one puff pastry circle on your serving plate to start layering the cake.
  10. Spread Cream Filling: Evenly spread half of the prepared cream filling on top of the first puff pastry layer, covering it smoothly.
  11. Add Jam and Berries: Spoon on a layer of berry jam and scatter a handful of fresh blueberries or mixed berries across the cream filling for bursts of fruity flavor.
  12. Top Layer: Carefully place the second puff pastry circle on top of the berry and cream layer to form the cake’s second tier.
  13. Decorate with Cream: Using a piping bag or spoon, pipe or spread the remaining cream decoratively around the edges on top of the puff pastry for an elegant look.
  14. Add Puff Pastry Triangles: Fold any extra puff pastry into triangle shapes and arrange them decoratively around the top edges of the cake for a stylish touch.
  15. Center Decoration: Place a cluster of fresh blueberries or mixed berries in the center of the top layer for a colorful and fresh garnish.
  16. Final Dusting: Generously dust the entire cake with powdered sugar to finish with a delicate and elegant look.

Notes

  • Chilling the heavy cream before whipping helps achieve better volume for a fluffier texture.
  • Using store-bought puff pastry saves preparation time without compromising taste.
  • Ensure puff pastry is fully cooled before assembly to prevent the cream from melting.
  • Berry jam type can be adjusted based on berry preference to customize flavor.
  • Extra whipped cream can be sweetened slightly if preferred for added sweetness.
  • This dessert is best served the same day to enjoy the puff pastry’s crispness.
  • Leftover cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day but may lose puffiness.

Keywords: puff pastry cake, berry cream cake, mascarpone dessert, layered dessert, blueberry cake, easy dessert recipe

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