Description
This stunning White Chocolate Raspberry Cake features layers of moist vanilla sponge, sweet raspberry preserves, and creamy white chocolate frosting. It’s the perfect balance of rich and fruity, making it an irresistible centerpiece for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2½ teaspoons Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature
- 1¾ cups Granulated Sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- ¾ cup White Chocolate Chips, melted and cooled
- ¾ cup Raspberry Preserves
- ¼ cup Heavy Cream
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 3–4 cups Powdered Sugar
- Fresh Raspberries, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line and grease two or three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Alternate adding flour mixture and buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Assemble the Dish: Divide batter evenly among pans. Smooth the tops.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn onto racks to cool completely.
- Finishing Touches: Make frosting by beating cream cheese until smooth. Add melted white chocolate and cream, then slowly beat in powdered sugar until desired consistency. Layer cakes with frosting and raspberry preserves in between. Frost the outside and decorate with fresh raspberries.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for clean layers. Serve at room temperature for the best flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and frosting.
- Level cake layers for even stacking and professional appearance.
- Pipe a frosting dam to keep raspberry preserves from oozing out.
- Sift powdered sugar for a smoother frosting texture.