What is Chantilly Cake?
Chantilly cake is a rich, moist and flavorful cake made with a blend of vanilla and almond flavors. It's a classic cake that has been around for generations and is a favorite among many. This cake is often topped with a light and creamy whipped cream frosting, or a rich and velvety chocolate ganache.
The Ingredients You Need to Make Chantilly Cake
The ingredients you need to make a delicious Chantilly cake are simple and easy to find. You will need all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, almond extract, and buttermilk.
Let's Get Started!
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch round cake pan. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Mixing the Batter
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla and almond extracts. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Beat until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
The Finishing Touches
Remove the cake from the oven and let cool completely. To make the frosting, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and sprinkle with toasted almond slices. Enjoy!