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Summer Fruit Sangria Cake

A delightful cake infused with the flavors of summer fruits and sangria, perfect for warm weather gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mixed summer fruits e.g., strawberries, peaches, and blueberries
Sangria Glaze
  • 1 cup red wine preferably fruity
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in the mixed summer fruits.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Make the Sangria Glaze
  1. In a saucepan, combine red wine, orange juice, sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Prepare the Whipped Topping
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the sangria glaze over the top.
  2. Top with whipped cream and additional summer fruits if desired.
  3. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake is best served chilled and can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.

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