Fantastic New Year’s Cake in Just 10 Minutes – A Quick and Elegant Delight
Summary
Ring in the New Year with a cake that’s as effortless as it is delicious! This Fantastic New Year’s Cake in Just 10 Minutes is the perfect solution for last-minute celebrations. With layers of creamy filling, soft sponge cake, and a touch of festive decor, this cake will impress your guests without keeping you in the kitchen for hours. Let’s make the New Year sweeter with this easy, no-bake cake!
Prep Time, Cook Time, Total Time, and Servings
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-bake!)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 8-10 slices
- Calories: ~320 per serving
Course & Cuisine
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Cake Layers:
- 1 pack (300g) store-bought sponge cake layers or ladyfingers
- 1/2 cup (120ml) orange juice or milk (for soaking)
Cream Filling:
- 2 cups (500ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup (100g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (125g) mascarpone or cream cheese
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup (120g) chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (100g) mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
- Edible gold flakes or sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Hand or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Cake stand or serving plate
- Sieve (for dusting cocoa powder, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Base
- Place the first sponge cake layer or a layer of ladyfingers on a serving plate.
- Lightly soak the cake with orange juice or milk using a brush or spoon to keep it moist.
Step 2: Make the Cream Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and mascarpone (or cream cheese). Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and thick.
