Number Cake with Fresh Berries and Pastry Cream Rosettes
A stunning, celebratory cake shaped like a number, layered with silky vanilla pastry cream and topped with vibrant fresh berries. This elegant dessert is perfect for birthdays and special occasions, combining impressive presentation with delightful flavor.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened, plus more for greasing
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract divided
- 2 cups whole milk divided
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks for pastry cream
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting
Notes
Storage: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Make-Ahead: Bake cakes and make pastry cream up to 1 day ahead; assemble the day of serving. Variations: Use a number-shaped cake pan for a custom design, or substitute lemon curd for part of the pastry cream. Serving Suggestion: Pair with a light berry sauce or extra fresh berries on the side.