Chocolate Berries Cake with Mascarpone

Indulge in the decadent beauty of our Chocolate Berries Cake with Mascarpone, a dessert masterpiece that’s equal parts rich, fruity, and velvety smooth. This layered delight features moist chocolate cake infused with cocoa and a hint of vanilla, perfectly balanced by a luscious mascarpone and whipped cream frosting. Fresh, vibrant berries—strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries—add a burst of natural sweetness and color, making every bite a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Finished with optional dark chocolate shavings, this show-stopping cake is ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or any celebration that calls for an unforgettable dessert. With simple preparation steps and a luxurious finish, this chocolate cake recipe delivers bakery-worthy results perfect for impressing your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 200 g All-purpose flour
• 50 g Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 250 g Granulated sugar
• 1.5 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 240 ml Whole milk
• 120 ml Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 240 ml Hot water
• 250 g Mascarpone cheese
• 240 ml Heavy cream
• 100 g Powdered sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 150 g Fresh strawberries
• 150 g Fresh blueberries
• 150 g Fresh raspberries
• 50 g Dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until fully combined.

Step 5

Pour in the hot water and gently mix until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, but this ensures a moist cake.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

For the frosting, beat the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until thick and smooth.

Step 9

Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of mascarpone frosting on top.

Step 10

Layer half of the fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries over the frosting.

Step 11

Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining mascarpone mixture.

Step 12

Decorate the top of the cake with the remaining berries and optional dark chocolate shavings.

Step 13

Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 14

Slice and serve. Enjoy your Chocolate Berries Cake with Mascarpone!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2214.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5369.2

Total Fat 339.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 156.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.4g
Cholesterol 999.2mg	0%
Sodium 3488.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 539.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.8g	0%
Total Sugars 313.8g
Protein 68.4g	0%

Vitamin D 190.9IU	0%
Calcium 953.4mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 2485.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 39.4%