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Light Berry Cake with Fruit Jam

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Light Berry Cake, which boasts a delicious berry essence within a fluffy texture. Topped with your choice of vibrant fruit jam, this cake makes a perfect everyday dessert. It's simple to slice into neat pieces and can be garnished with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream, allowing for a touch of creativity in presentation. Enjoy at any time of the day!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Cakes Tortes
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g all-purpose flour
  • 150 g granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 120 ml milk
  • 90 ml vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 150 g mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 100 g fruit jam (your choice, e.g., raspberry, strawberry) optional
  • Fresh berries for garnish optional
  • Whipped cream (optional) optional

Equipment

  • Heatproof mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • 2 x 20 cm round cake pans
  • Cooling rack
  • Spatula (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease the cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not over-mix.
  5. Gently fold in the mixed fresh berries, being careful not to break them apart.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. Once cool, spread your choice of fruit jam over the top. Slice and serve, garnished with fresh berries and whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a lighter cake, consider substituting half of the oil with unsweetened applesauce.
Feel free to experiment with different fruits, adding seasonal berries for a fresh twist.
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To enjoy it again, slightly warm slices in the microwave for about 15 seconds. Enjoy your baking!

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