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English Summer Fruit Towers

Cultural Context

Originating in the United Kingdom, English Summer Fruit Towers celebrate the bounty of summer with vibrant, fresh fruits layered between light sponge cake and cream. Traditionally enjoyed during summer gatherings and picnics, this dessert reflects the British love for seasonal produce. Today, variations abound, often incorporating different fruits and toppings, making it a versatile treat for any occasion.

BritishGBdessert
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
a pinch of salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon rose water
1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup mint leaves, for garnish
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

whipped cream

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1

Add flour to a mixing bowl.

2

Add a pinch of salt to the flour.

3

Add baking powder to the flour and whisk to combine.

4

Add sugar, soft butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and a little milk to the bowl.

5

Use a hand mixer to combine the ingredients starting on a slow setting, then increase speed.

6

If the batter is too thick, add a little milk to thin it out.

7

Spread the batter evenly onto a greased and parchment-lined sheet tray.

8

Level the batter with a flat spatula.

9

Bake in a moderately hot oven at 350°F (170°C) for about 20 minutes, checking for doneness.

10

While the sponge is baking, prepare simple syrup by boiling equal parts of water and sugar until dissolved.

11

Let the simple syrup cool, then add rose water.

12

Prepare fruit by slicing strawberries and adding them to a bowl with sugar and lemon juice.

13

Add mint leaves to the fruit and stir to combine, letting it form its own syrup.

14

Once the sponge is baked, check for doneness by pressing it and testing with a skewer.

15

Let the sponge cool completely before brushing it with the simple syrup.

16

In a chilled bowl, add whipping cream, icing sugar, and a splash of vanilla to make whipped cream.

17

Start mixing the cream slowly to avoid splatter, then increase speed until it reaches soft peaks.

18

Cut out three pieces of sponge using cookie cutters.

19

Assemble the towers by layering sponge, whipped cream, and berries, pressing down slightly with each layer.

Cooking Techniques

layering

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlserving plateknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Summer Fruit StackFruit Tower Dessert

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