White Chocolate Raspberry Dream Cake
A moist and rich cake infused with creamy white chocolate and sweet-tangy raspberry filling, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Raspberry Filling
- 2 cups fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the White Chocolate Frosting
- 8 oz white chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (or as needed for consistency)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Then, add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Raspberry Filling
- While the cakes cool, prepare the raspberry filling. In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens. Allow it to cool.
Frosting and Assembly
- In another mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually mix in the melted white chocolate and powdered sugar, adding milk as needed to reach a fluffy consistency.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the raspberry filling on the first layer, then top with the second layer of cake. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with white chocolate frosting.
- Optionally, drizzle some melted white chocolate atop the cake and garnish with fresh raspberries before serving.
Notes
Ensure ingredients like butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for the best results. The sweetness of the cake can be adjusted depending on preference.