☁️ Dream Cake
Serves 10–12 | Prep: 25 min | Chill: 4+ hrs | Bake: 25–30 min (if baking)
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
6 large egg whites, room temperature
¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
½ tsp cream of tartar
¼ tsp salt
⅓ cup (40g) all-purpose flour, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: ½ tsp almond extract for subtle depth
🍃 Pro Tip: Use a clean, grease-free bowl — even a drop of fat can prevent egg whites from whipping properly.
For the Cream Filling:
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For Garnish:
Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
Mint leaves
Dusting of powdered sugar
Optional: shaved white chocolate or curls
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the Cake Base (Sponge Layer)
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper (do not grease sides — cake needs to cling to rise).
In a large bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until soft peaks form.
Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form (~5 mins).
Gently fold in vanilla, then flour in two additions — don’t overmix!
Pour into pan, smooth the top, and gently tap to release air bubbles.
Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden and springs back when touched.
Cool completely in the pan upside-down (rest on legs or bottle neck) to prevent collapse.
2️⃣ Make the Cream Filling
Beat cream cheese until smooth.
In another bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt to stiff peaks.
Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
3️⃣ Assemble the Dream
Once cake is cool, run a knife around the edge and remove side ring.
Spread cream filling evenly over the cake.
Smooth the top and chill at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
4️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Right before serving, decorate with fresh berries, mint, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Slice with a warm, dry knife for clean cuts — wipe between slices.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
At bridal or baby showers
As a light summer dessert
With sparkling wine or herbal tea
🌈 Variations & Pro Hacks
🎂 Chocolate Dream Cake: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to the sponge layer
🍓 Berry Swirl: Fold ¼ cup berry puree into the cream filling
🌱 Gluten-Free? Swap flour for almond flour or GF cake flour blend
🧊 Make-Ahead Magic: Fully assemble and refrigerate up to 3 days
❄️ Freeze It? Freeze unfilled cake base for up to 2 months — thaw before assembling
🍵 Flavor Boost: Brush cooled cake with simple syrup + lemon or orange zest
🧠 Why This Works So Well
Whipped egg whites = ultra-light, airy structure
Cream cheese + whipped cream = stability without heaviness
Extended chill time = flavors meld, texture firms into “cloud” perfection
No frosting needed — beauty comes from simplicity
It’s not luck — it’s kitchen poetry. ✨
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Things Are Light as Air
You don’t need layers of buttercream or chocolate ganache to make something unforgettable.
Sometimes, all it takes is whipped cream, a perfect sponge, and love.
This Dream Cake proves that true indulgence doesn’t have to weigh you down — it can lift you up.
So next time you want to impress without stress…
Whip those egg whites.
Chill with intention.
And let your kitchen fill with quiet joy.
Because great desserts don’t always roar.
Sometimes, they float in on a breeze. 💫