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Cream Cake

A simple, no-bake cream cake layered with vanilla custard, fresh berries, and orange segments, topped with buttery crumbs. Perfect for a quick dessert that looks impressive.

Total time
35 min
Servings
8
Calories
380
Protein
4g
Cream Cake
ComfortingCelebratoryAmericanVegetarianDairyCreamyCrumblySummer

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, mix 6 tbsp melted butter with 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until combined.

  2. Step 2

    Dip 12 ladyfingers quickly into the butter mixture and arrange them in a single layer in an 8x8-inch dish.

  3. Step 3

    In a large bowl, whip 2 cups heavy cream with 2 tbsp sugar until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Spread half of the whipped cream over the ladyfingers, then top with 1 cup sliced strawberries and 1/2 cup blackberries.

  5. Step 5

    Dip the remaining 12 ladyfingers in the butter mixture and place them over the berries.

  6. Step 6

    Spread the remaining whipped cream over the top, then arrange orange segments and sprinkle with leftover crumbs from the butter mixture.

  7. Step 7

    Chill for at least 30 minutes until set, then serve cold.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8x8-inch dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk or electric mixer
  • knife
  • cutting board

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