Go Back
Fruit Basket Cake Recipe

Fruit Basket Cake Recipe

Recipes Walay
The blend of colors, textures, and flavors in this fruit basket cake recipe makes it a feast for the eyes and the palate. Let’s dive into this fruity masterpiece step by step.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls (large and medium)
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Offset spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Serrated knife (for leveling)

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk

For the Whipped Cream Frosting:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Fruit Topping:

  • ½ cup strawberries sliced
  • ½ cup blueberries
  • ½ cup kiwi peeled and sliced
  • ½ cup mango diced
  • ½ cup red grapes halved
  • Mint leaves for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper. This helps the cake release cleanly and evenly.
  • Make the Dry Mix: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix or the cake could turn dense.
  • Bake: Divide batter evenly between the two pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Make the Whipped Cream: Whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Keep it chilled until ready to use.
  • Assemble the Cake: Level your cake layers using a serrated knife if needed. Place one layer on a serving plate, spread a thick layer of whipped cream, and top with a mix of fresh fruits. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides.
  • Decorate with Fruits: Arrange sliced and whole fruits on top like a colorful fruit basket. Add a few mint leaves for an elegant finish. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  1. Chill Your Bowl and Beaters – This helps achieve stiff peaks faster when making whipped cream.
  2. Use Fresh, Seasonal Fruits – They offer better flavor and visual appeal.
  3. Don’t Overmix the Batter – Overmixing can result in a dense cake.
  4. Cool Cake Completely Before Frosting – Warm cake will melt the whipped cream.
  5. Serve Immediately or Chill – The whipped cream and fruit taste best fresh and cool.
Keyword Fruit Basket Cake Recipe