Description

Celebrate Independence Day with this stunning Red, White, and Blue Fourth of July Cake. This vibrant dessert features fluffy layers of vanilla cake accented with fresh strawberries and blueberries, all topped with luscious whipped cream. Perfect for summer gatherings or barbecues, this cake not only delights the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds. Easy to make and customizable, it’s sure to impress your friends and family as you gather to enjoy the fireworks.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
3 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups mixed berries (strawberries and blueberries)
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar. Set aside.
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in dry ingredients with milk until just combined.
Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; sweeten if desired.
Assemble the cake by layering whipped cream and mixed berries between the cooled cake layers.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using lemon or almond extract. Decorate with edible glitter or sprinkles for added festivity. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.