White Chocolate Raspberry Dream Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of the White Chocolate Raspberry Dream Cake, a dessert that combines the rich creaminess of white chocolate with the vibrant tartness of raspberries. This stunning layered cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also for the taste buds, making it perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply a cozy night in. Each slice offers a heavenly balance of flavors and textures, featuring fluffy cake layers paired with a luscious raspberry filling and creamy frosting that will leave your guests asking for seconds. With its easy-to-follow instructions and make-ahead options, this cake is an ideal choice for bakers of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 1¼ cups whole milk
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup white chocolate, melted and cooled
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- Fresh raspberries
- White chocolate curls or shavings
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy; add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and melted white chocolate.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter among pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For raspberry filling, combine raspberries, sugar, lemon juice in a saucepan; stir in cornstarch slurry until thickened. Cool completely.
- Beat softened butter for frosting; mix in powdered sugar and melted white chocolate, adding milk to reach desired consistency.
- Assemble layers with frosting and raspberry filling between them; frost the outside generously.
- Decorate with fresh raspberries and white chocolate curls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg