So, here it is, the last Tuesday in January and the last (but one) TWD January treat I missed. {I say but one because there are the Chocolate Fluff Filled Madeleines but those will have to wait.}
January 20, 2009, I missed Mare’s pick. Sorry, Mare. But I am making up for it now.
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Berry Surprise Cake
This cake reminds me of summer. It is filled with berries – Dorie suggested Raspberries but said we could use any berry so I used blackberries and strawberries – and covered with Whipped Cream. Almost a strawberry shortcake, but way better.
The sponge cake is hollowed out, brushed with Raspberry Syrup {I had some DaVinci so I used that.} and then filled with a cream cheese/whipped cream filling and berries.
Since mine was small {6″ springform} I did not slice the whole top of the cake off, but rather cut the center out and sliced off a piece of the removed cake.
I wanted to make sure I had plenty of room for the filling. 1/2 of the recipe of cake was perfect for the smaller springform. 1/2 of the filling and whipped topping was also just right.
Delicious! Light! Refreshing! Definitely something to be enjoyed in the summer, but also a way to brighten up the winter.
You can find the recipe on Mare’s blog – Meet Me in the Kitchen – along with other delicious treats!! Or on page 273 – 275 in Dorie’s Baking From My Home to Yours.
Now on to February and the missing treats….
I know Nancy is catching up on TWD as is Leslie so go visit with them, too.
January 31, 2012 at 10:32 PM
I love your mini cake. =) So cute, and so tasty.
January 31, 2012 at 11:23 PM
I haven’t made this one yet but I just saw the first strawberries of the season at Whole Foods tonight….hmmm….I’m not a whipped cream fan but I’m drooling. Seriously.
January 31, 2012 at 11:50 PM
I remember this one being a total pain in the neck, so my hat is off to you and your pretty cake. Glad it was tasty also.
February 1, 2012 at 11:42 AM
I remember this cake well and liked it. Love your mini version!
February 2, 2012 at 7:31 PM
I missed this yummy treat too, I better make it soon. What I really love is your darling cake plate, too cute.
February 4, 2012 at 4:31 PM
YUM, that looks sooooooooooo good! I love the mini and I love the little mini cake stand. So pretty, all of it.