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Perfect Berry Sweet Baby Shower Layer Cake Recipe with Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

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A celebration-worthy layered vanilla cake with fresh berries and silky vanilla buttercream frosting, perfect for baby showers and special occasions. Moist, tender cake layers combine with a fresh berry filling and creamy frosting for a delicious, crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2–4 tbsp heavy cream or whole milk
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes on medium speed.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in 2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
  6. With mixer on low, add dry ingredients in three parts alternating with buttermilk in two parts, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops. Tap pans gently to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Toss mixed berries with 2 tbsp sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
  11. For the buttercream, beat 1 cup softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar on low speed to avoid sugar clouds.
  12. Add 2 tsp vanilla extract, pinch of salt, and 2-4 tbsp heavy cream or milk, adjusting for desired consistency. Beat on high for 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  13. To assemble, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of buttercream, then spoon on berry mixture.
  14. Top with second cake layer and spread remaining buttercream evenly over top and sides.
  15. Optional: Chill cake in fridge for 30 minutes to set frosting before serving.

Notes

Bring all ingredients to room temperature before baking for best texture. Do not overmix batter to avoid dense cake. Drain excess juice from berries to prevent sogginess. Sift powdered sugar for smooth frosting. Chill cake layers before frosting to reduce crumbs. Adjust buttercream consistency with cream or powdered sugar as needed.

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