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Fruity Sangria Soaked Cake Dessert

Fruity Sangria Soaked Cake Dessert for a Summer Celebration

Enjoy a delightful Fruity Sangria Soaked Cake Dessert, perfect for summer gatherings, combining fluffy sponge, sweet sangria, and creamy berry frosting.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can use sugar alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best flavor
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour if desired
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check freshness
  • 1 cup Sweet Sangria Wine Can substitute with non-alcoholic juice
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese or Mascarpone Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier alternative
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate may change flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Chill before whipping
  • 1 cup Confectioner’s Sugar Adjust to taste
For the Berry Sauce
  • 1 cup Raspberries Can substitute with strawberries or blueberries
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar To sweeten the berry sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Fruit and Berries For decoration and flavor

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula
  • Baking Pans
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans.
  2. In a stand mixer, mix the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract for about 5 minutes until thick.
  3. Sift flour and baking powder, then fold into the egg mixture gently.
  4. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 19 to 21 minutes.
  5. For the berry sauce, combine raspberries and sugar over medium heat until simmering, then strain.
  6. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, mix with cream cheese and melted chocolate.
  7. Soak each sponge layer with sangria, frost, and stack with fresh fruits.
  8. Chill the assembled cake for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different seasonal fruits or juices for a unique twist on this dessert.

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