Luscious Layers of White Chocolate and Raspberry Bliss
Welcome to the delightful world of baking where flavors collide to create pure bliss – meet the Luscious Layers of White Chocolate and Raspberry Bliss! Imagine a dessert that boasts moist white chocolate cake layers, sweet raspberry preserves, and creamy white chocolate frosting – it’s a sweet dream come true. This show-stopping dessert not only dazzles the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup melted white chocolate
- 1 cup raspberry preserves
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup melted white chocolate for frosting
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Make the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and melted white chocolate.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk into the mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Divide the batter evenly between the three pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow them to cool completely.
- Make the Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add in the melted white chocolate and heavy cream, then beat until fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread raspberry preserves between each cake layer.
- Frost the outside of the cake generously with the white chocolate frosting.
- Chill the completed cake for 30 minutes before slicing. For the finishing touch, garnish with fresh raspberries and white chocolate shavings.