Berry Basket Cake

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Berry Basket Cake
90 min.
8
288kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of our Berry Basket Cake, a stunning dessert that is not only visually appealing but also completely dairy-free! Perfect for gatherings or a special treat, this cake combines the lightness of a fluffy white cake with the vibrant flavors of fresh mixed berries. With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, you can easily whip up this showstopper for your next celebration.

The star of this recipe is the airy meringue topping, which creates a beautiful contrast against the moist cake layer beneath. As you slice into the cake, the luscious berries nestled in the meringue will burst with flavor, making every bite a refreshing experience. This dessert is a fantastic way to showcase seasonal fruits, and the addition of honey enhances their natural sweetness without overpowering them.

With only 288 calories per serving, you can enjoy this guilt-free treat while impressing your guests with your baking skills. Whether it's a birthday party, a summer picnic, or simply a weekend dessert, the Berry Basket Cake is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  •  egg whites 
  • 0.1 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup berries mixed fresh rinsed
  • tablespoon honey 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Make, bake and cool cake mix in 2 (9-inch) round cake pans using water, oil and eggs as directed on box. Wrap or bag 1 cooled cake layer; freeze for a future use.
  2. To make the meringue, heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar with electric mixer on high speed until frothy. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Stir in vanilla. Spoon meringue over remaining cooled cake layer, making bowl in center of cake for berries.
  3. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack.
  4. At serving time, gently stir berries with honey to coat. Fill bowl in cooled cake with berries.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein5.46%
Fat7.86%
Carbs86.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.3
Glycemic Load
5.32
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.8156522143146%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.84mg
Petunidin
3.52mg
Delphinidin
4.18mg
Malvidin
9.62mg
Peonidin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.34mg
Quercetin
0.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.06kcal
14.4%
Fat:2.55g
3.92%
Saturated Fat:1.27g
7.95%
Carbohydrates:63.21g
21.07%
Net Carbohydrates:61.97g
22.54%
Sugar:37.09g
41.21%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:466.93mg
20.3%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:3.98g
7.96%
Phosphorus:221.73mg
22.17%
Calcium:144.12mg
14.41%
Folate:47.1µg
11.77%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.72%
Selenium:7.88µg
11.26%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.79%
Vitamin B3:1.66mg
8.29%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.26%
Iron:1.32mg
7.33%
Fiber:1.24g
4.96%
Vitamin K:4.92µg
4.69%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.37%
Copper:0.06mg
3.15%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.37%
Magnesium:9.4mg
2.35%
Potassium:78.46mg
2.24%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.14%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.54%