Raspberry White Chocolate Velvet Cake
Raspberry White Chocolate Velvet Cake is a delectable dessert that combines the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of raspberries. This cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
To make this Raspberry White Chocolate Velvet Cake, you will need the following ingredients:
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the raspberry filling:
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
For the white chocolate frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well. Add in the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Slowly pour in the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely before assembling.
To make the raspberry filling, combine the raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
To make the white chocolate frosting, beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy. Add in the powdered sugar, melted white chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Add in the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the raspberry filling evenly over the top. Place the second cake layer on top of the filling. Frost the entire cake with the white chocolate frosting.
This Raspberry White Chocolate Velvet Cake is a showstopper dessert that is sure to impress. The cake is moist and chocolatey, while the raspberry filling adds a tartness that balances out the sweetness of the white chocolate frosting. The cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Type of dish: Dessert cake
Main ingredients: Raspberry, White chocolate, Cake