White Chocolate Raspberry Dream Cake
Indulge in the irresistible White Chocolate Raspberry Dream Cake: A Heavenly Dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of fresh raspberries. This elegant cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the taste buds, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering—from casual family dinners to festive celebrations. With its fluffy layers and creamy frosting, each slice promises a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave your guests craving more. Best of all, this recipe is simple enough for bakers of all skill levels to master, ensuring that you can create a showstopper without any hassle.
- 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
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh raspberries
- White chocolate curls or shavings
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and melted white chocolate.
- Gradually add flour mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool in pans before transferring to wire racks.
- For the raspberry filling, cook raspberries with sugar and lemon juice until soft; thicken with cornstarch slurry and cool.
- Beat butter for frosting, gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in melted white chocolate and milk.
- Assemble layers with frosting and raspberry filling, frost the outside, and decorate as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg