'I will never forgive you for this': Whole Foods' Berry Chantilly cake recipe has changed
The recipe for a beloved bakery staple at Whole Foods has changed, and people aren't taking it very well.
It all started a few days ago when rumors began to circulate online about Whole Foods "discontinuing" their Berry Chantilly cake, an affordable vanilla cake made with fresh fruit, berry compote and cream cheese mascarpone that is sold by the slice or whole.
A TikTok user named Lisa broke the news online over the weekend, sharing in a now-viral video that she "just received the worst news ever, in my entire life. Whole Foods is discontinuing the Berry Chantilly cake that we all know and love."
Not only was the recipe changed, much to Lisa's dismay, but a Whole Foods employee revealed that the new Berry Chantilly cake slices were delivered frozen and had no fruit in the middle. And top it all off, Lisa says, it costs more.
"Whole Foods if you see this, I'm really really disappointed. I think all of America is disappointed and you should reverse your decision," Lisa said.
It didn't take long for the distressing news to spread, with many accidentally thinking that Whole Foods was going to do away with the Berry Chantilly cake altogether. Don't worry, USA TODAY got all the tea about the cake for you.
Whole Foods confirms change in Berry Chantilly Cake recipe
Whole Foods shared with USA TODAY that they will not be discontinuing the Berry Chantilly cake, or any of the cakes sold whole or by the slice available in Whole Foods Market bakeries across the country.
The recipe used to make Whole Foods' Berry Chantilly cake has changed, the organic supermarket chain confirmed on Friday.
"Previously, our Berry Chantilly by-the-slice cake program varied by store location," Whole Foods Market said in a statement. "We recently aligned the flavor profile, size, packaging, and price so customers will have the same high-quality experience in each of our stores."
While there are differences between the single slices of the cake and the whole cake, like the placement of berries, Whole Foods insists that both versions "maintain the signature almond flavor and light, fluffy texture that customers look for from the classic Berry Chantilly cake."
The grocery chain didn't respond to claims about whether the new cake is frozen or more expensive.
The Berry Chantilly cake, which debuted about 20 years ago, is available for purchase year-round, while other cakes like the Mango Yuzu and the Figgy Foggy Chantilly are only available seasonally.
"A team member developed the recipe that is still used today," Whole Foods spokesperson Nathan Cimbala shared in a statement. "After Hurricane Katrina, some team members relocated to Houston and brought the recipe with them, which led to its adoption across stores outside of Louisiana and eventually nationwide."
Internet up in arms over Whole Foods Market 'Berry Chantilly' cake recipe change
Lisa has made two additional videos about the Berry Chantilly cake situation in the days following the viral video, one that includes a review of the whole cake she purchased and another reacting to another woman's impression of a slice of Berry Chantilly cake she purchased.
Some have taken to social media to express their disdain with the change, while others are still confused about whether or not Whole Foods actually plans on discontinuing the Berry Chantilly cake. (They're not.)
A minority have used the space to share their grievances over changes made in general, specifically the recipes to other baked goods.
Here's what people online are saying about Berry Chantilly "cakegate."
It's not just the Berry Chantilly cake. Their chocolate mousse cake, which used to be my favorite indulgence, has been ruined as well. https://t.co/o8xHB7Undq
— Ms. Cakes (@patycake15) September 27, 2024
i know damn well wh0le f00ds did not srsly discontinue their berry chantilly cake bc if that’s true there will be bloodshed
— (ugh)sonye💫 (@osonyeonline) September 27, 2024
Whole Foods discontinuing the berry chantilly cake has to be one of the biggest fumbles of the century.
Where the am I gonna get my bday cake from now ☹️— christy 💤 (@Christy_Nguyen_) September 26, 2024
Woke up to some devastating news (Whole Foods changed their berry chantilly cake and it’s now horrible). Please respect my privacy during this difficult time.
— Dominique (@domwald) September 22, 2024
whoever decided to change the berry chantilly cake at Whole Foods can burn in hell
— Jack (@JackoWest_3) September 25, 2024
@WholeFoods you are ruining my life. The berry Chantilly cake was going to be my wedding cake. I will never forgive you for this.
— Quasibella (@quasibella) September 24, 2024
My birthday is in 4 weeks and Whole Foods changed the recipe to the berry chantilly cake…
— Nia (@nianotlong_) September 23, 2024
Everybody getting mad about the Whole Foods berry chantilly cake is acting very Italian about their food
— michael vincent (@mvddm) September 24, 2024
what is kamala's plan to make whole foods bring back the original berry chantilly cake?????
— Angie Rey (@itsangierey) September 23, 2024
WHOLE FOODS CHANGED THE BERRY CHANTILLY CAKE???????????
— ak ⋆⁺ ⋆ ☁︎ ⋆⁺⋆ (@ak_themystic444) September 23, 2024
@WholeFoods word on the street is that the Berry Chantilly Cake recipe has been altered. 24hrs to rectify this, the clock is ticking.
— honey. (@milan_laila) September 23, 2024
Whole foods has changed the recipe on the berry Chantilly cake or sthng cos it don't hit the same as before. It's trash now
— MinhOLE💫 (@minhoscoochie) September 24, 2024
Saw a video about wholefoods changing the berry chantilly cake recipe and I’m hoping it’s a regional thing because that’s my favorite cake.
— Jenny Wayne (@Jenny__Flore) September 26, 2024
THEY HIT THE PENTAGON!!!!!
(Whole Foods is getting rid of the Berry Chantilly cake)— gayorta (@DannyMaherr) September 26, 2024
I love to get a sweet treat every now and then and that’s a slice of the berry chantilly cake from Whole Foods. Went to get a slice yesterday but the cross section looked different. I also hate the taste and I didn’t even eat the new jam thing in the middle. Change it back!
— janei sais quois (@Someboddi) September 19, 2024
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