Description
A luscious combination of creamy white chocolate and tangy raspberries, this dreamy cake is perfect for celebrations, romantic dinners, or simply indulging in a decadent dessert. Its moist layers, rich frosting, and vibrant filling make it a true showstopper.
Ingredients
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For the Cake
- 2 ยฝ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ยฝ tsp baking powder
- ยฝ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
For the Raspberry Filling
- 1 ยฝ cups fresh raspberries
- ยผ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
For the White Chocolate Frosting
- 1 ยฝ cups unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh raspberries
- White chocolate shavings
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Fold in the melted white chocolate until just combined. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Raspberry Filling
- In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Allow the filling to cool completely before assembling the cake.
Step 4: Prepare the Frosting
- Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the melted white chocolate, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
Step 5: Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting, followed by a thin layer of raspberry filling.
- Repeat with the second layer. Top with the final cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and white chocolate shavings as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: breakfast
Nutrition
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 59 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg